Tendon sheath inflammation X-ray manifestations

Written by Guan Jing Tao
Orthopedics
Updated on February 18, 2025
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Tendon sheath inflammation typically shows no noticeable abnormalities in the early stages on X-rays. However, in cases of recurrent constrictive tendon sheath inflammation, it may lead to abnormal changes in the local ligaments and joints, such as ectopic ossification, calcification, and bone proliferation. Generally, an X-ray examination of tendon sheath inflammation shows no significant local abnormalities. In stubborn cases, which relapse after multiple treatments, X-rays may reveal changes such as bony proliferation or ectopic ossification with high-density shadows.

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What medicine is used for tenosynovitis?

Tendinitis refers to the inflammation of the tendon sheath around the tendon due to repeated motion and strain, resulting in symptoms such as pain and limited mobility. In the early stages, the inflammation is relatively mild and conservative treatments can be chosen, such as the topical application of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications to alleviate local pain and reduce inflammation. Physical therapy can also be used to promote healing of the injury. If the symptoms are severe and there is a snapping symptom, medication alone may not resolve the condition, and surgical treatment may be necessary.

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How is tenosynovitis treated?

There are various treatment methods for tenosynovitis, mainly based on the severity of the patient's condition. If the tenosynovitis is very severe, such as the occurrence of triggering or local limb flexion and extension limitations, it is necessary to actively pursue surgical treatment. The surgery can be performed under local anesthesia, typically involving either cutting open the tendon sheath or partially removing it. Post-surgery, it is crucial to actively engage in functional exercises, change dressings, and disinfect the wound to prevent infection. For less severe tenosynovitis, local injection treatments can be an option. Additionally, persistently applying local heat treatments daily can help alleviate symptoms.

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How should tenosynovitis be treated?

Tendon sheath inflammation refers to chronic aseptic inflammation caused by excessive and frequent flexing and extending motions during labor, where the tendon is subjected to repeated friction and compression within the fibrous tunnel of the tendon sheath. This results in local exudation, swelling, and fibrosis, leading to a narrowing of the sheath canal and hindering normal tendon movements. For mild symptoms of tendon sheath inflammation, treatment can include rest, immobilization, physical therapy, and topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications, as well as anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving plasters. If symptoms do not improve, local injection therapy may be employed. If symptoms persist and conservative treatment is ineffective, surgical removal of the narrowed tendon sheath may be necessary. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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How to treat tendon sheathitis?

This mainly depends on the severity of the patient's tendinitis, which determines the proactive treatment plan. For instance, if the tendinitis is very severe, with local snapping and limited flexion and extension movements, it is necessary to actively carry out treatments such as small-needle-knife surgery, tenosynovectomy, or partial excision surgery. However, for tendinitis that merely presents as pain symptoms, conservative treatment can still be chosen. For example, local injection, reducing physical activity, and insisting on daily local hot washing. Using some topical ointments that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, many patients will gradually recover through these active treatment methods.

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What department should I go to for tendon sheathitis?

Tendinitis refers to a sterile inflammation of the tendon sheath around the tendons, caused by chronic strain, characterized by local pain and limited mobility. If tendinitis occurs, it is recommended to seek medical attention at the orthopedics department of a formal hospital. After assessing the extent of the inflammation and its impact on movement, and determining the presence of symptoms of constrictive tendinitis, an appropriate treatment method can be selected. In the early stages, conservative treatment such as rest and topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory pain medications can be used. If the symptoms are severe, surgery may be required to remove the narrowed tendon sheath or the inflamed sterile tendon sheath to alleviate symptoms.