A tendinitis is a common reason for consultation, among athletes as well as active or sedentary people. Persistent pain, loss of mobility, discomfort at work or during sport… once it sets in, it can become very disabling.
In our acupuncture practices in Aix-en-Provence and Cadenet, we regularly support patients suffering from acute or chronic tendinitis, with a holistic, natural and personalised approach.
Supporting tendinitis with acupuncture: why consult in Aix-en-Provence or Cadenet?
Acupuncture is the subject of extensive research in the management of musculoskeletal pain, including tendinitis.
It may help to:
- relieve pain
- reduce inflammation
- improve local blood circulation
- speed up the recovery of the tendon
- prevent recurrences
👉 It may be of interest to patients looking for a complement to medical follow-up.
Acute tendinitis: prompt care with acupuncture
Acute tendinitis usually appears after excessive effort, a repetitive movement or an overly intense return to sport.
It shows up as recent pain, often sharp, sometimes accompanied by swelling.
Acupuncture and acute tendinitis in Aix-en-Provence / Cadenet
In this case, acupuncture may be particularly worth considering, alongside medical follow-up.
Aims of treatment:
- calm the inflammation
- relieve pain quickly
- encourage the tendon to heal
👉 Some people notice an improvement from the first sessions.
Chronic tendinitis: helping to relieve pain
Tendinitis is described as chronic when the pain has persisted for more than 3 months.
At this stage, the tendon is often weakened, less well supplied with blood and subject to postural compensations.
Acupuncture for chronic tendinitis in Aix-en-Provence and Cadenet
Acupuncture may help to:
- restart the microcirculation
- make the tissues more supple
- reduce persistent pain
- act on the underlying terrain (stress, fatigue, recovery)
👉 Treatment is gradual and requires several sessions, and some people notice a lasting improvement when it is followed properly.
Location of the tendinitis: a key factor in treatment
Tendinitis in the body of the tendon (middle section)
When the pain is located in the middle of the tendon, treatment is generally quicker.
Common examples treated at the practice:
- shoulder tendinitis (rotator cuff)
- Achilles tendinitis (central portion)
- patellar tendinitis
- wrist tendinitis
👉 Acupuncture may help to relieve pain and support tissue repair.
Insertional tendinitis (close to the bone): a more complex form
Tendinitis located where the tendon inserts into the bone, also called enthesopathy, takes longer to treat.
Common examples:
- epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
- plantar fasciitis
- insertional Achilles tendinitis
- lower patellar tendinitis
👉 These forms require:
- more gradual care
- regular acupuncture follow-up
- a holistic approach to the body
Acupuncture may nevertheless help to reduce pain, improve mobility and support the regeneration of the tendon.
How does an acupuncture session for tendinitis work?
In our acupuncture practices in Aix-en-Provence and Cadenet, all care is personalised.
The session includes:
- a precise assessment of the pain and how long it has been present
- a postural and functional analysis
- treatment with local and distal acupuncture
- tailored advice (rest, recovery, stretching)
👉 The aim is to treat the tendinitis and also its cause.
How many acupuncture sessions are needed?
- Acute tendinitis: 1 to 4 sessions
- Chronic tendinitis: 5 to 10 sessions
- Insertional tendinitis: gradual follow-up depending on progress
Results depend on how long the problem has been present, its location and the patient’s involvement.
Why see an acupuncturist in Aix-en-Provence or Cadenet for tendinitis?
✔️ A natural approach
✔️ Help with pain relief
✔️ Personalised treatment
✔️ Holistic care of the body
✔️ Help in preventing recurrences
👉 Acupuncture may be of interest to patients suffering from recurrent tendinitis, as a complement to conventional treatment.
Acupuncture for tendinitis in Aix-en-Provence and Cadenet: conclusion
Whether the tendinitis is acute or chronic, in the body of the tendon or close to the bone, acupuncture may be a worthwhile natural approach to help relieve pain and improve recovery.
At our practices for acupuncture in Aix-en-Provence and Cadenet, we offer care tailored to each patient, with a holistic approach that respects the body.
👉 The earlier the consultation, the better the results may be.