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Tendinopathies tenddiiiiiiii - Coggle Diagram
Tendinopathies 
Definition
Tendinopathy, also called tendinosis, refers to the breakdown of collagen in a tendon
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Treatment
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Pharmacological
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Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (EWST), which involves applying pressure waves to the surface of the skin.
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Nursing management
Explain to the patient the need to rest and reduce stress on the affected joints by modifying his or her lifestyle or activities until the condition has improved.
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Encourage the patient to elevate the affected joint as often as possible to promote venous drainage and decrease the swelling
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Pathophysiology
Stage one begins when the tendon experiences the initial insult, stress, or injury.
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is a result of impaired tendon healing, categories into three stages.
The third stage is highlighted by apoptosis of cells, disorganization of the matrix, and neovascularization.
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