Question 1

which type of doctor to see for my elbow tendonitis?

Accepted Answer

Orthopaedic: This is an area of concern for orthopaedic surgeons, particularly subspecialist in sportsmedicine or hand surgery.

Question 2

i think i have achilles tendonitis should i see a doctor and what should i do?

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Achilles: If you suspect that , yes you should see a doctor.  To do at home is rest, ice , stop aggrvating activities like sports and nsaids - if you can take them and there is no interaction with existing meds - consult your treating physician for help with interactions.

Question 3

i believe i may have tendonitis, is it best to see a medical doctor or physical therapist?

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Medical doctor: Consult a medical doctor first for exam and establish diagnosis. Physical therapy is commonly part of treatment plan.

Question 4

which is a better pain managment for patellar tendonitis..prp or cortisone injections or hyperbarics or just exercises? i see my doctor friday.

Accepted Answer

Find the cause first: Start with the cause for overloading the anterior knee (tight hamstrings, flat feet, weak quads) and address these first to prevent a recurrence. Initial treatment focuses on rest, unloading with a patellar band, pt, orthotics, and oral anti- inflammatories (if tolerated).  I am not a big fan of steroid injections near the tendon due to risk of rupture. Prp is promising but still in its infancy.

Question 5

i believed is extensor tendonitis would it be a good idea to go to er it hurts alot and can see doctor until two weels from.today's?

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Yes: If it is truly extensor tendonitis then it is not necessarily an emergency. However, if you can't get in for 2 weeks and it really hurts go in to ER . It can be a tear also which is more of an urgent situation. No matter what be seen ASAP.

Question 6

i have tendinitis in my left knee. but now my right knee is swollen too. what could cause that? i have been favoring the left since been in pain. i dont see my doctor until end of november. i see my physical therapist though tomorrow so ill mention

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Knee swelling: With symptoms in both knees now this may be arthritis although bilateral tendinitis is possible with fluid collection in the bursa accounting for swelling. I think it's time for you to consult a rheumatologist for diagnosis and treatment. Appropriate testing will be done to look for autoimmune disease, gout, etc.

Question 7

have had terrible achilles tendinitis for years. im a runner doing stretches several times daily. last night pain was so bad it kept me up entire night despite aleve tylenol and pain pill. today is good. at what point do i see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

: If your pain is interfering with function, you should be seen by a doctor.  Sleepless nights due to pain would be significant pain interfering with function.  Orthopedist or sports medicine doc is suggested.  You should not have to manage terrible Achilles tendinitis on your own.  Best wishes.

Question 8

should i see a specialist for tendonitis, or can my regular doctor take care of it?

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Pcp: A pcp who  knows you is the most important member of any treat team they are your guide through the complex maze of american medicine.

Question 9

should i see my orthopedic doctor again or a podiatrist for my post tib, fhl, and peroneal tendonitis? i think i may need to be i'm a boot.

Accepted Answer

Either or: Both can get you in a walking boot or treat that issue

Question 10

which doctors address tendonitis?

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A few can.: Tendonitis is a common problem that can be treated by a variety of doctors. Typically, you should start with your primary care doctor. If they can't help, a sport medicine doctor, an orthopedic surgeon, or aphysical medicine doctor should be able to help.

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Which type of doctor to see for my elbow tendonitis?

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I think i have achilles tendonitis should i see a doctor and what should i do?

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I believe i may have tendonitis, is it best to see a medical doctor or physical therapist?

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Which is a better pain managment for patellar tendonitis..prp or cortisone injections or hyperbarics or just exercises? i see my doctor friday.

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I believed is extensor tendonitis would it be a good idea to go to er it hurts alot and can see doctor until two weels from.today's?

A member asked:

I have tendinitis in my left knee. but now my right knee is swollen too. what could cause that? i have been favoring the left since been in pain. i dont see my doctor until end of november. i see my physical therapist though tomorrow so ill mention

A member asked:

Have had terrible achilles tendinitis for years. im a runner doing stretches several times daily. last night pain was so bad it kept me up entire night despite aleve tylenol and pain pill. today is good. at what point do i see a doctor?

A member asked:

Should i see a specialist for tendonitis, or can my regular doctor take care of it?

A member asked:

Should i see my orthopedic doctor again or a podiatrist for my post tib, fhl, and peroneal tendonitis? i think i may need to be i'm a boot.

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Which doctors address tendonitis?

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