4. Acupuncture
If you find that your tendonitis is not going away on its own and you are still experiencing pain, you might want to try acupuncture. Several studies have shown the effectiveness of acupuncture to treat conditions such as tendonitis. Traditional Chinese medicine is based on the idea that illnesses and pain are caused by the energy that is blocked and acupuncture can unblock these areas and allow the free flow of energy.
In addition, acupuncture can encourage the release of natural pain relievers in the body and can alter the way the brain processes pain. The treatment calms the sympathetic nervous system and can encourage the release of chemicals in the brain that can create feelings of relief and relaxation. Before you find an acupuncture treatment work with a specialist who has a license and has had to experience working with people suffering from tendonitis.