Achilles Tendinitis vs Tendinosis

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Tendinitis vs Tendinosis

Quick Answer: Tendinitis (acute, 2-6 weeks): inflammation. Tendinosis (chronic, 3+ months): degenerative tendon changes. Treatment differs — tendinitis: rest + NSAIDs. Tendinosis: eccentric exercises + sometimes shockwave or PRP.

Why It Matters

Wrong diagnosis = wrong treatment. Tendinosis often misdiagnosed as tendinitis. Get accurate diagnosis.

FAQ

How long is too long for tendinitis?

3+ months persistent = consider tendinosis.

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