tendonitis question...
AABru
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The day after lifting, my wrists are sore. The day after running, my ankles are sore. When I say sore, I mean painful to use, not post-workout muscle soreness. I know I have tendonitis in my ankles. My doctor prescribed over the counter naproxen and ice. She said not to rest because the recovery time would be over 6weeks, and rest would mean not exercising (I can't swim well enough to call it exercise). And not exercising was my problem in the first place!
I'm just curious if someone has a different method of dealing with this pain. Some days I almost crawl to the bathroom in the morning my ankles hurt so bad. Weightloss has definately helped-I am within 20 pounds of my goal weight--but as I am having to workout longer to get a similar calorie burn to pre-weightloss, I am having just as much soreness. I was hoping that lifting heavier would help me to increase my caloric burn, but again, I am finding that is aggravating my wrists. I try to alternate days so only part of my body is sore at a time.
Any one else out there with advice or experience?
I'm just curious if someone has a different method of dealing with this pain. Some days I almost crawl to the bathroom in the morning my ankles hurt so bad. Weightloss has definately helped-I am within 20 pounds of my goal weight--but as I am having to workout longer to get a similar calorie burn to pre-weightloss, I am having just as much soreness. I was hoping that lifting heavier would help me to increase my caloric burn, but again, I am finding that is aggravating my wrists. I try to alternate days so only part of my body is sore at a time.
Any one else out there with advice or experience?
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I have tendonitis in my elbow and it is very painful when I do bicep curls. I still do them and deal with the pain as best I can with ice and Ibuprofen. Any advice is appreciated. I refuse to stop working out.0 -
I suffered a wrist injury at work from, not heavy lifting but, putting down heavy things on tables and bending my wrist wrong. I suggest a very thin neoprene brace for both wrists. They don't restrict movement. Rather, they keep the wrist warm and remind you to keep your wrist straight when putting down the weights. My brace plus massage and ice helped heal what was very painful tendonitis.0
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Well if you have ankle issues then running is a bad choice from the start, go with something lower impact such as rowing machine, x-trainer, stationery bike or swimming.Bump!
I have tendonitis in my elbow and it is very painful when I do bicep curls. I still do them and deal with the pain as best I can with ice and Ibuprofen. Any advice is appreciated. I refuse to stop working out.
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Unfortunately, the best thing to do is rest it and keep it elevated as well as iced. Other than that, you can try physio on the affected areas, it is one of those things that if you don't rest it, it won't really get much better. You're best bet would be to do as the poster above me mentioned, low impact, and if possible stay off it completely and adapt your work out plans around the ankles.0
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I get it in my wrists sometimes- a few years ago they put me on an anti-inflammatory of some kind that knocked it out. When I started getting it again a month or so ago I just took motrin and wore the brace and took it easy for a few days and it cleared up. Maybe just find some other exercise for one week and see if it helps. Swimming is great- like anything it just takes work to get better.0
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Well if you have ankle issues then running is a bad choice from the start, go with something lower impact such as rowing machine, x-trainer, stationery bike or swimming.Bump!
I have tendonitis in my elbow and it is very painful when I do bicep curls. I still do them and deal with the pain as best I can with ice and Ibuprofen. Any advice is appreciated. I refuse to stop working out.
is this with a dumbell or a barbell?
I have pain with both dumbells and barbells. I can lessen the pain with the dumbell by changing the pronation and doing more of a hammer curl than a straight biceps curl.0 -
I have it in my wrist and Biofreeze helps. I was stubborn and still worked out and just dealt with the pain. Last Sunday when I was trying to do bicep curls the pain was too unbearable. I finally decided to quit doing bicep exercises for a little while and give it a rest.0
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If you don't completely rest it and ice it , it may only continue to get worse. I had it in my bicep. What I SHOULD have done was rest and get and MRI to see what was really going on. Instead I continued to train, and finally had a complete rupture of the distal biceps tendon. Surgery, then months of different casts and braces. It was 6 months before I could even think about working out again, and when I finally did I had to start from scratch with that arm.
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I am NOT a doctor, but it seems strange that yours would tell you to keep running on ankle tendonitis, since running is so very hard on your joints. I think it might be wise to get an opinion from a doc with a sports medicine specialty and/or get some physical therapy.
When I've had tendonitis before, I've changed my workouts to something that doesn't hurt the affected area so much (I get it in my knees and elbows). For ankles (again, I'm not a doctor), I'd suggest an elliptical machine or bike to lessen the impact on your ankles.
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I've been taking alleve morning and night since Feb, Just stopped this past week because I'm afraid of damaging my kidneys.I'm dealing with this myself. The only advice I can offer is to ice your ankles after your workouts. And then apply hot packs before bed. Keep using the Naproxen/Aleve and you might consider getting ankle stabalizers/braces.0 -
I was on an anti-inflammatory in college for tendonitis in my elbow (I threw shot-put and javelin). It made me sick, so this time I refused it, but thanks!I get it in my wrists sometimes- a few years ago they put me on an anti-inflammatory of some kind that knocked it out. When I started getting it again a month or so ago I just took motrin and wore the brace and took it easy for a few days and it cleared up. Maybe just find some other exercise for one week and see if it helps. Swimming is great- like anything it just takes work to get better.0 -
All of my lifts are body wieght or mulitple joint exercises (squats, deadlift, etc...). Has your wrist felt better since you stopped curling?I have it in my wrist and Biofreeze helps. I was stubborn and still worked out and just dealt with the pain. Last Sunday when I was trying to do bicep curls the pain was too unbearable. I finally decided to quit doing bicep exercises for a little while and give it a rest.0 -
Let me clarify. I have been walking...I run very little because it hurts too much the next day. Dr told me to continue to exercise. She didn't say "you should run." Sorry for not being more clear in my OP. I use the elliptical in the of season, but that is when I started to have pain. Being outside to workout has just made things worse...of course I also stopped taking naproxen twice a day...I am NOT a doctor, but it seems strange that yours would tell you to keep running on ankle tendonitis, since running is so very hard on your joints. I think it might be wise to get an opinion from a doc with a sports medicine specialty and/or get some physical therapy.
When I've had tendonitis before, I've changed my workouts to something that doesn't hurt the affected area so much (I get it in my knees and elbows). For ankles (again, I'm not a doctor), I'd suggest an elliptical machine or bike to lessen the impact on your ankles.
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i hate it when i get tendonitis from overuse. i got it in my knee from too much high tension exercise biking. i lowered tension on the bike and took it easy for a few. i did take an advil, but i don't like to depend on those. the doctor offered a round of prednisone, which i declined, but i think that's the treatment for serious tendonitis. it cleared up on its own.
i do a ton of cardio, and sometimes get repetitive stress problems. usually backing off a bit helps, but if it doesn't, see the doctor. you don't want it becoming chronic.
also, i can't stress this enough : make sure you have the right shoes for what you're doing. i was having problems from all of the long distance walking i was doing until i found the perfect pair of running shoes to walk in. the shoes i found are worth their weight in gold as far as i'm concerned.0 -
instead of swimming try walking / running in water, not only is it good exercise it will also help to strengthen the tendon in your ankle0
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Do you have access to a pool? Running in a pool with a flotation belt may be an alternative for you; try it out and see how you feel.
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Have you been to a chiro? I have found that a few sessions with one works wonders on the my tendons and joints. I was a nonbeliever at one time, but not anymore! Good luck0
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Tendonitis in the ankle is more likely if one is over 40 and overweight. Over-pronation or under-pronation are a major factor for the pain while walking or running.
You have to get the right shoes at any cost! Go to a runner shoe store and have them evaluate your step. After you get a good pair of shoes, buy an orthotic insole. Over the counter is almost as good as custom and a lot cheaper. Try that first.0 -
I am due for shoes... thanks for the reminder!i hate it when i get tendonitis from overuse. i got it in my knee from too much high tension exercise biking. i lowered tension on the bike and took it easy for a few. i did take an advil, but i don't like to depend on those. the doctor offered a round of prednisone, which i declined, but i think that's the treatment for serious tendonitis. it cleared up on its own.
i do a ton of cardio, and sometimes get repetitive stress problems. usually backing off a bit helps, but if it doesn't, see the doctor. you don't want it becoming chronic.
also, i can't stress this enough : make sure you have the right shoes for what you're doing. i was having problems from all of the long distance walking i was doing until i found the perfect pair of running shoes to walk in. the shoes i found are worth their weight in gold as far as i'm concerned.0 -
I hadn't thought of water walking...thanks!instead of swimming try walking / running in water, not only is it good exercise it will also help to strengthen the tendon in your ankle0 -
I was going to schedule a massage for this week to see if that helped to loosen me up a bit. I've never been to a chiro though. Might consider it if things don't get better!Have you been to a chiro? I have found that a few sessions with one works wonders on the my tendons and joints. I was a nonbeliever at one time, but not anymore! Good luck0 -
LMAO...I am 38. And wouldn't be HERE if I were not overwieght!Tendonitis in the ankle is more likely if one is over 40 and overweight. Over-pronation or under-pronation are a major factor for the pain while walking or running.
You have to get the right shoes at any cost! Go to a runner shoe store and have them evaluate your step. After you get a good pair of shoes, buy an orthotic insole. Over the counter is almost as good as custom and a lot cheaper. Try that first.
My goal weight is a mere 18 pounds away though, so it's not like when I was 240 and every joint hurt just from walking for a mile. I've never been to runner's store, but you are the 2nd person that has suggested new shoes. Thanks! 0 -
I just want to take a minute to thank everyone for their responses. I've gotten some good reminders and helpful hints. I'm going to look for some new shoes and try to back off a little with the running. Walking for a while should help. Meanwhile I'll try one Alleve a day (Dr had me on 4...2 in am and 2 in pm) and ice after exercise. Thanks again folks!:drinker:0
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I find it weird that your doctor didn't advise you to rest it! I have psoriatic arthritis which inflames the joints and tendons, so I deal with tendinitis constantly. Braces help keep the tendon immobile which helps it heal. If you find anti-inflamatories upset your stomach you can try Voltaren gel. It is an anti-inflammatory gel (not one that just heats or cools the skin). It delivers the anti-inflammatory through your skin and is available over the counter here (I'm in Canada). Take it easy if your in pain, a tendon rupture is much more painful and will require surgery to repair !0
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I've never heard of Voltaren gel...I'm in the US though, and often the medical industry keeps great meds under wraps. I''ll check online. thanks! BTW:My doctor recommended not resting because resting is how I gained 80 pounds in the first place...:embarassed:I find it weird that your doctor didn't advise you to rest it! I have psoriatic arthritis which inflames the joints and tendons, so I deal with tendinitis constantly. Braces help keep the tendon immobile which helps it heal. If you find anti-inflamatories upset your stomach you can try Voltaren gel. It is an anti-inflammatory gel (not one that just heats or cools the skin). It delivers the anti-inflammatory through your skin and is available over the counter here (I'm in Canada). Take it easy if your in pain, a tendon rupture is much more painful and will require surgery to repair !0 -
I've never heard of Voltaren gel...I'm in the US though, and often the medical industry keeps great meds under wraps. I''ll check online. thanks! BTW:My doctor recommended not resting because resting is how I gained 80 pounds in the first place...:embarassed:I find it weird that your doctor didn't advise you to rest it! I have psoriatic arthritis which inflames the joints and tendons, so I deal with tendinitis constantly. Braces help keep the tendon immobile which helps it heal. If you find anti-inflamatories upset your stomach you can try Voltaren gel. It is an anti-inflammatory gel (not one that just heats or cools the skin). It delivers the anti-inflammatory through your skin and is available over the counter here (I'm in Canada). Take it easy if your in pain, a tendon rupture is much more painful and will require surgery to repair !
In the US you need a prescription of the Voltaren I have a Voltaren GEL prescription, and I also have Solaraze Gel prescription which is also anti-inflammatory but has a higher concentration of the active drug. I got the Solaraze because of the recent [manufacturer] shortage of Voltaren. Solaraze is super expensive though so Voltaren is probably preferable.0 -
BTW I got 3 professional opinions (a sport medicine DO, a sports podiatrist who had been on the olympic medical staff in Atlanta, and a sports orthopedic MD from Harvard - and all highly recommended), about my achilles tendon (all in the sports medicine field) and all of them recommended that I could continue exercising - so I don't think it is unheard of.0
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I have had tendonitis in both my elbows and am now dealing with ITBS in my leg. I exercise for bodybuilding and here is my story..
I learned real fast from my right elbow that if you keep using it that it will get worse. Mine got so bad that I could not bend my arm straight and it was painful to try. I had to take almost 2 months off and take advil and I tried not to use it and it finally healed ok. When that happened in my left elbow it was just because I forgot to take a week break every 4-5 months and that's how I got it that time. I let that one heal right away and was back in action in only 2 weeks. This bit with my leg was simply the same thing.. over use from doing cardio. I did not think you could get any thing like I had in my elbows in my leg so I just thought the side of my leg was slightly sore so I kept going and then 3 weeks later it got worse just like my elbows and my outer leg was painful to bend every time. I am on week 3 of healing the Iliotibial band taking advil and using a foam roller and I should be good to go by week 4.
Word to the wise take breaks and take the time to heal up. Also take more time to heal after your work outs if need be. Some people can do it fast and others it can take more time. Also I now use elbow braces maybe you might want to look into some types of other braces that suit your needs as they help me tremendously. Take care and I wish you well!:flowerforyou:0 -
I've never heard of Voltaren gel...I'm in the US though, and often the medical industry keeps great meds under wraps. I''ll check online. thanks! BTW:My doctor recommended not resting because resting is how I gained 80 pounds in the first place...:embarassed:I find it weird that your doctor didn't advise you to rest it! I have psoriatic arthritis which inflames the joints and tendons, so I deal with tendinitis constantly. Braces help keep the tendon immobile which helps it heal. If you find anti-inflamatories upset your stomach you can try Voltaren gel. It is an anti-inflammatory gel (not one that just heats or cools the skin). It delivers the anti-inflammatory through your skin and is available over the counter here (I'm in Canada). Take it easy if your in pain, a tendon rupture is much more painful and will require surgery to repair !
In the US you need a prescription of the Voltaren I have a Voltaren GEL prescription, and I also have Solaraze Gel prescription which is also anti-inflammatory but has a higher concentration of the active drug. I got the Solaraze because of the recent [manufacturer] shortage of Voltaren. Solaraze is super expensive though so Voltaren is probably preferable.
Here there are some prescription strengths of Voltaren gel, but also a milder one that can be purchased over the counter. Perhaps it's one of those things you have to ask the pharmacist for? Our drug laws are pretty tight, they just started allowing Aleve to be sold OTC. I always thought the US was a little more liberal with OTC drugs. Chances are if your doctor diagnosed the tendinitis, they would be willing to prescribe it if you can't get it OTC there.0 -
Thanks for the after thought. It's nice to have an affirmation!BTW I got 3 professional opinions (a sport medicine DO, a sports podiatrist who had been on the olympic medical staff in Atlanta, and a sports orthopedic MD from Harvard - and all highly recommended), about my achilles tendon (all in the sports medicine field) and all of them recommended that I could continue exercising - so I don't think it is unheard of.0
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