Tendonitis is pain in or around a tendon, which is a band of strong tissue that connects a muscle to a bone. Tendons bend, stretch, and twist to help joints and muscles move. They can become inflamed ...

Q: My shoulder has been hurting so my doctor ordered an X-ray. This showed calcium buildup, and she said that was causing the pain. What is this from? A: It seems you are describing calcific ...

Tendons are pieces of connective tissue that bind your muscles to bones. Like any part of the body, injury or overuse can lead to pain or inflammation in your tendons. This condition is called ...

Bicep tendonitis is usually caused by overloading and overusing the biceps tendon. The primary function of your biceps is elbow flexion and turning your palm up. Biceps tendonitis symptoms can include ...

Biceps tendinitis occurs when there’s inflammation of the biceps tendon. This tendon stretches along your biceps muscle from your elbow up to your shoulder. Repetitive motions, particularly from ...

Q: My shoulder has been hurting so my doctor ordered an X-ray. This showed calcium buildup, and she said that was causing the pain. What is this from? A: It seems you are describing calcific ...