How to treat tendonitis with natural products?

Tendonitis is an inflammation of a tendon that occurs as a result of various factors; it can have a morphological, traumatic, mechanical, infectious or dietary origin.

The very complex fibroelastic structure of the tendon , its poor vascularization and the lack of suitable allopathic treatment can make healing quite slow and difficult , which is why tendinitis must be treated as early as possible by following a diet and naturopathic treatment .

Before you want to treat your tendonitis, try to determine the cause(s) in your personal case:         

  •          Inappropriate sporting gesture or posture
  •          Unsuitable sports equipment
  •          Poor general physical condition
  •          Lack of stretching
  •          A dental infection
  •          Drug treatment
  •          Poor hydration before, during and after activity
  •          Dietary errors or deficiencies

Once you've identified the root cause of your tendonitis, it's easy to treat. However, if you choose the wrong initial treatment and don't get enough rest, your tendonitis may persist and become very debilitating.

Rest, hydration, diet and Naturopathic treatment

To treat tendonitis there are four basic rules to put in place as soon as possible:

1 - Rest is essential, if you don't rest you risk increasing inflammation and pain.

2 - Stay well hydrated, this will promote the elimination of toxins through natural channels and reduce inflammation.

3 - Apply ORIALGIC on the affected joints, 3 times a day with a very gentle and prolonged movement.

4 - Take SOULAGYNE , a natural food supplement which provides the active ingredients necessary for joint maintenance.

Aggravating factors of tendonitis

Certain factors will aggravate tendon inflammation, it will also be wise to make some changes to your diet and/or certain drug treatments.

Some antibiotics such as fluoroquinolones, particularly used against urinary tract infections or other ENT or osteoarticular infections, can be responsible for problems related to sports practice.

Diet is of great importance in the treatment of joint pain since pain is only a physiological and biochemical expression of the body.

It must be rich in “polyunsaturated fatty acids” such as omega 3 which make joints more flexible.

The diet should also contain alkalizing products, which fight against acidity because the latter promotes the transformation of arachidonic acid into pro-inflammatory prostaglandin. It is necessary to favor fruits (except plums and apricots), fish, white meats, green vegetables, dried vegetables (such as lentils), whole grains, wheat germ.

At the same time, the body must be hydrated continuously (1 to 1.5 liters of water per day) to eliminate toxins and provide the nutrients and active ingredients necessary for pain treatment.

Other substances such as histamine and tyramine will promote tendonitis, these substances are particularly present in foods such as:

  •          All sterilized preserves
  •          Delicatessen meats
  •          Anchovies, smoked herring and sardines
  •          Potatoes, cabbage, cauliflower and cucumber

It is also advisable to reduce the consumption of the following pro-inflammatory foods:

  • Refined sugars and sugary products : confectionery, sodas, industrial pastries
  •          Excess saturated fats : fatty cold cuts, fatty red meats, fried foods
  • Alcohol : promotes inflammation
  •          Ultra-processed foods : ready meals, fast food rich in salt and hidden sugars
  • Excess omega-6 fatty acids : refined vegetable oils (sunflower, corn, soybean)

All of these foods are therefore not recommended in cases of tendonitis. If you are used to eating them, do not eliminate them permanently but significantly reduce your consumption during your healing time.

Conclusion

Healing tendonitis requires rest, but it seems difficult to eliminate repetitive movements for an athlete. It is therefore advisable to avoid exercising on surfaces that are too hard; if you run, do it on grass rather than on the road. Opt for softer shoes that absorb shock better. Stretch regularly, gradually, and also remember to drink enough water, not just when you feel thirsty. And to avoid tendonitis as much as possible, follow the advice in this article.

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