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Tendinitis (cont.)

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  • Extracorporeal shockwave therapy has been shown to have good results in calcific tendinitis or other forms of tendinitis. Currently, it is still being studied.


  • Ultrasound therapy is used in some cases, but its effect has not been proven. Its greatest usefulness may be in calcific tendinitis.


  • Rarely, surgery may be necessary for tendinitis that is severe or does not respond to other treatments.
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