Tendinitis
MONDO:0004857Inflammation of a tendon, usually resulting from an overuse injury. It is characterized by swelling of the tendon, tenderness around the inflamed tendon, and pain while moving the affected area of the body.
Also known as: inflammation of tendon, tendon inflammation, tendonitis
72 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Blood-Derived injection may heal stubborn knee tendon pain — trial puts it to the test
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether a single injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), made from a person's own blood, can reduce pain and improve function in chronic patellar tendinopathy (knee tendon pain). The study includes 29 adults aged 18–65 who have had tendon pain for over th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Shoulder fix devices pass safety check in 214 patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked back at 214 patients who had shoulder surgery using two specific devices (ToggleLoc and JuggerLoc) to reattach soft tissue to bone. The goal was to see if the devices helped the tissue heal properly and were safe. Results showed most patients had good healing wi…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Body's own cells injected into knee tendon shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an injection of stromal vascular fraction, a mixture of cells from the patient's own fat tissue, for patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee). Thirty participants received the injection under ultrasound guidance. The goal was to see if it could improve symptoms and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:54 UTC
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Can a thermal camera spot knee tendon damage in athletes?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether infrared thermography (a heat-sensing camera) can help diagnose patellar tendinopathy, a common knee injury in athletes. Researchers compared thermal images from 54 athletes—some with the condition and some healthy—to see if heat patterns and texture …
Sponsor: Cardenal Herrera University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Can a special massage beat shoulder pain? new study investigates
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looks at whether adding deep friction massage to a standard exercise program helps people with bicipital tendinitis (a painful shoulder condition). Researchers will measure pain, movement ability, fear of movement, and quality of life in 42 adults aged 20-55. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Firat University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Shock waves vs needle lavage: which eases shoulder pain best?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two procedures for treating painful calcium buildup in the shoulder: barbotage (a needle-guided washout) and shock wave therapy. Sixty-three adults aged 30–60 with chronic shoulder pain were randomly assigned to one treatment. Researchers tracked pain levels a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maimónides Biomedical Research Institute of Córdoba • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to ease jumper's knee pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding a nerve-stimulating technique (ultrasound-guided percutaneous neuromodulation) to standard treatments (electrolysis and eccentric exercises) helps athletes with jumper's knee. 26 adults aged 18-50 who played sports at least 3 times a week and had …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Sugar water injection may ease shoulder pain better than TENS
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new injection treatment called PIT (using a sugar-water solution) against TENS (a mild electrical stimulation device) for people with shoulder pain. Thirty-two adults with ongoing shoulder pain received either PIT or TENS, plus exercises, over two weeks. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rizki Darmawan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Could a blood injection boost shoulder healing?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 80 people with painful calcium deposits in the shoulder tendon that didn't get better with standard care. All received a needle procedure to remove the deposits, and half also got an injection of their own platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The goal was to see if ad…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Orthopedisch Centrum Oost Nederland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Elastic band trick may ease achilles pain, small study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether adding a technique called tissue flossing (wrapping an elastic band around the lower leg and doing exercises) to standard heel-drop exercises can reduce pain and improve movement in people with Achilles tendinopathy. Thirty adults aged 20-45 with long…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can a simple massage technique ease shoulder pain?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a hands-on technique called fascial manipulation can improve shoulder movement and body awareness in people with rotator cuff tendinitis. Thirty-two adults with persistent shoulder pain received the therapy twice a week for four weeks. Researchers measur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Heel pain relief: which simple fix works best for footballers?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two common treatments for Achilles tendinopathy in 24 male football players aged 18-30: eccentric calf exercises (lowering the heel off a step) and wearing heel insoles. Over 12 weeks, researchers measured pain, ankle movement, and function. The goal is to find …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Adnan Hashim • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New combo pill aims to ease painful joint swelling faster
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a combination of two medicines (etoricoxib and betamethasone) works better than just one (etoricoxib) for reducing pain from sudden joint swelling conditions like bursitis, tendinitis, or synovitis. About 89 adults with pain in their shoulder, elbow, kne…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Laboratorios Silanes S.A. de C.V. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Shockwave and cold combo may ease stroke shoulder pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether combining two physical therapies—extracorporeal shockwave therapy and cryoflow (cold) therapy—can reduce shoulder pain and spasticity in stroke survivors with rotator cuff tendonitis. Thirty participants received either one therapy alone or both together…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MTI University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can special tape ease Jumper's knee? new study tests two taping methods
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two types of Kinesio Taping (a special elastic tape) in 42 people with patellar tendinopathy, also known as jumper's knee. The goal was to see if the tape could reduce pain and improve how the knee moves during walking, jogging, and other activities. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New hope for stubborn elbow and foot pain? tiny particles block pain signals
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a procedure called transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) in 12 people with long-term elbow or foot pain that didn't get better with usual treatments like physical therapy or medication. The procedure uses tiny particles to block abnormal blood vessels though…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chung-Ang University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Jumping knee injury study reveals hidden movement differences
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how people with patellar tendinopathy (a common knee overuse injury in sports) move their legs during side-cutting, compared to healthy individuals. Sixty participants—30 with the injury and 30 without—performed side-cutting tasks while motion capture cameras…
Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Hockey Players' knee pain linked to weaker legs, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 28 elite male ice hockey players to see how patellar tendinopathy (a common knee overuse injury) affects leg strength and power. Players were grouped by ultrasound findings into healthy, one-sided, or both-sided tendon issues. They performed leg strength test…
Sponsor: Linnaeus University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New MRI technique could reveal hidden tendon damage
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 62 people with patellar tendon injuries to see if a special MRI technique called diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) can better measure tendon structure. Participants had MRI and ultrasound scans, did knee function tests, and filled out questionnaires. T…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC