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Tendinitis

Tendinitis is the medical term for inflammation or irritation of a tendon as a result of over-use or strain on a joint which causes pain and tenderness just outside the joint, which is why it is often linked to sporting injuries. The tendon is the thick fibrous cord that attaches muscles to the bone. It therefore most commonly affects shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees and heels although thumbs can also be affected. The main tendinitis conditions have all got their own “pet” names which reflect the area of the body affected rather than just the sport from which the name derives. Our consultants are experts at the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with tendinitis. We help patients who are experiencing pain and are seeking a diagnosis and relief from their symptoms.

Types of Joint Pain

Tennis Elbow >> Golfer’s Elbow >> Jumper’s Knee >> Runner’s Heel >> Swimmer’s Shoulder >>
Plantar Fasciitis >> Gluteal Tendinopathy >> Adductor Tendinopathy >> Hamstring Tendinopathy >>

Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

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Tennis elbow causes pain on the outside of the elbow from overuse of the forearm tendons. Symptoms include pain when gripping or lifting, tenderness over the bony point, and aching after activity. Non-surgical treatments such as shockwave therap .

Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)

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Golfer’s elbow causes pain on the inside of the elbow from overuse of wrist flexor tendons. Symptoms include tenderness on the inner elbow, pain when gripping or lifting, and weakness in wrist flexion. Non-surgical treatments include activity modification, ice, physiotherapy with eccentric flexor strengthening, bracing, and in chronic cases, PRP or shockwave therapy. Steroid injections may provide short-term benefit. Seek help if pain persists >6 weeks or interferes with sport or work.

Jumper’s Knee (Patellar Tendinopathy)

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Jumper’s knee is pain at the front of the knee, usually below the kneecap. It is common in athletes who jump or sprint. Symptoms include pain with squatting, stairs, or jumping, and tenderness at the tendon.

Runner’s Heel (Plantar Fasciitis)

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Runner’s heel is the most common cause of heel pain, especially in runners. It is caused by irritation of the plantar fascia. Symptoms include sharp heel pain with first steps in the morning.

Swimmer’s Shoulder (Rotator Cuff Impingement)

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Swimmer’s shoulder refers to pain from overuse of the shoulder tendons, often rotator cuff impingement. It is common in swimmers and overhead athletes. Symptoms include pain with overhead activity, night pain, and weakness.

Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)

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Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia and the most common cause of heel pain. Symptoms include stabbing pain with first steps in the morning.

Gluteal Tendinopathy (GTPS)

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Gluteal tendinopathy causes pain on the outside of the hip, often worse when lying on the side or climbing stairs.

Adductor Tendinopathy (Groin Pain)

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Adductor tendinopathy is pain in the groin due to overload of the adductor tendons, common in footballers. Symptoms include groin pain with kicking or sprinting.

Hamstring Tendinopathy

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Hamstring tendinopathy causes pain at the back of the thigh or buttock, often near the sitting bone. It is common in runners and sprinters. Symptoms include pain when sprinting, sitting, or bending forwards.

Dr Ralph Rogers offers a variety of minimally invasive Non-Surgical Treatments for tendon injury with minimal downtime recovery

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Anti-inflammatory medications which can help to control the symptoms.
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Image guided injections into the joint including PRP.
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Minimally invasive out-patient procedures.
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Rehabilitation to build up function.
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  • 2018 – Present Founder Medical Director: Rogers Regenerative Medical Group (RRMG)

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  • 2005-2006 Medical Advisor: Trinidad & Tobago World Cup Football Team

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Dr Ralph Rogers is a renowned Consultant in Regenerative Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, helping patients overcome chronic pain and injury with advanced regenerative treatments. As Founder and CEO of Rogers Regenerative Medical Group (RRMG), he leads clinics across London, providing elite care to both athletes and the general public.

​His academic journey began with a degree in Psychology from the University of Delaware, followed by a Medical Degree from the Catholic University of Leuven in Belgium. Dr Rogers expanded his expertise with a PhD in Exercise Physiology at the University of Maryland, supported by a prestigious NIH Research Fellowship. He also holds a Sports Medicine Fellowship from the Free University of Brussels, an MSc in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Imaging from Bournemouth University, and an MBA from the University of Leicester.

​Dr. Rogers’ career highlights include serving as First Team Doctor for Chelsea Football Club and over a decade as Medical Advisor to the NBA, where he developed medical protocols for major events including NBA Global Games, Basketball Without Borders, and the Basketball Africa League. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he played a key role in implementing the NBA’s “Bubble” in Orlando, ensuring player safety through rigorous protocols.

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