3. Stiffness near the joint
If your tendons are damaged, you may feel stiffness around the joint. The job of the tendon is to stiffen to facilitate movement and cause the muscle to move the joint. However, if there is excessive and repetitive movement and the stiffness is overworked, the tendons lose their ability to relax properly and stiffness can be a major symptom.
These symptoms are often seen by those who are too sedentary or athletes and workers who have overused their muscles and put strained on their tendons with repetitive motion. Moderate exercise and working in a way that will not cause strain are the best ways to prevent injuries like tendonitis.
Stretching out before exercise can help prevent or relieve this stiffness. In addition, massages can be helpful in relaxing the tendon and the muscles. Consulting a physical therapist can be helpful as a way of learning ways to move and work properly.