According to Harvard Health Publishing, tendinitis is considered an overuse injury. Whether caused by too many tennis matches or too much time spent gardening or raking, it results in pain and inflammation in an area of your body like the shoulder or elbow. This type of injury is seen in both women and men and most often occurs between the ages of 40 and 60.
Treatment generally involves anti-inflammatory medications, including corticosteroid injections as needed. It’s also recommended that people with tendinitis undergo physical therapy to maintain their range of motion and rebuild strength.
As described by Harvard Health Publishing, bursitis results from inflammation of the bursa — a fluid-filled sac that surrounds and protects your joints. Although the shoulder is a common site of injury, many people also get bursitis in their hips, elbows, or ankles. Treatment for bursitis is similar to that for tendinitis: rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and therapeutic exercises.
As you can see, both of these conditions cause pain and inflammation. While medication helps, eating well can have a significant impact.
