Common Types of Injuries It is very rare to come across an adult
who is not dealing with some sort of repetitive stress syndrome.
It's a part of life. You need to recognize the movements you do
repetitively due to the lifestyle you live and treat those areas
of the body with respect. INFLAMMATION: For most people this
word has a negative connotation. It is important to remember
that inflammation is an integral part of the healing process.
When tissues are damaged or irritated, inflammation must occur
for the healing process to begin. Tissues become damaged, then
swelling and inflammation occurs in the damaged area to promote
healing. This is an appropriate response and a good thing for
the body to do. However, it is supposed to be a short process
that ends when healing has been accomplished. If the source of
the problem (irritation and overuse) does not recede, then the
inflammatory process may become a painful and chronic condition.
TENDONITIS: The most commonly reported overuse injury is
tendonitis. The suf