Tendon & Ligament Strains
Ligaments and tendons are similar in that both are considered connective tissue. Connective tissues are composed of water, fibroblasts, chondrocytes, collagen and proteoglycans. Very little blood flow occurs within these tissues; therefore, damaged connective tissue can take a long time to heal and, sometimes, fail to heal completely.
Cartilage and water content in our joints reduces as we age forcing the tissues to work harder. Slow-healing ligaments and tendons can cause ongoing problems in an aging population. Athletes are constantly subjecting their tendons and ligaments to vigorous strain with every step of a marathon, every swing of a tennis racket and with every weight lifted. Ligament and tendon injuries are very common among athletes.
Tendons (or sinew) connect bone to muscle (the connection is called the fibro-osseous junction, the part with nerves that transmit pain) and are utilized in the moving of joints. A damaged tendon is generally referred to as a strain. Respectively, ligaments connect bone to bone (again, the connection is called the fibro-osseous junction) and primarily stabilize joints. A damaged ligament is generally referred to as a sprain.
In addition to regular stretching, resting, drug therapies and the application of cold packs effective pain management and accelerated healing may also be experienced with regular MendMeShop Ultrasound treatments.
More Information
prolonews.com Ligament and Tendon Information
www.answers.com Answers about Ligaments
www.answers.com Answers about Tendons
Tendon & Ligament Strains-Type Ailments
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
Arthritis
Bursitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cartilage Injury
Degenerative Disc Disease
Mechanical Low Back Pain
Plantar Fascitis
Sports Injuries
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