Most people have experienced painful muscle pulls, yet when it comes to treatment, deciding on the best course of action can be puzzling. Tendinitis and Bursitis Tendinitis and bursitis are two common musculoskeletal conditions. Tendinitis is inflammation of a muscle tendon.
Tendons lie at the ends of muscles, where they attach to bones.
If a tendon is inflamed, acute or chronic pain occurs with movement of the muscle or joint. Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa. Symptoms of bursitis include severe pain, especially in response to touch or movement, and limited range of motion. Health care professionals diagnose tendinitis and bursitis by palpating, examining and taking a history of the injury. Fortunately, if tendinitis or bursitis is not severe, it may heal without any long-lasting effects.