Repetitive Motion and Overuse: Engaging in the same physical movements repeatedly during work, hobbies, or sports is the primary cause, which gradually stresses the tendon and creates tiny tears in the tissue 4.
Sudden Injury or Strain: Experiencing an abrupt, heavy impact or forceful movement can instantly stretch the tendon beyond its normal limits, triggering sudden inflammation 5.
Age-Related Wear: As the body ages, tendons naturally lose their elasticity and structural strength, making older adults much more vulnerable to tendon irritation from everyday activities 5.
Medication Side Effects: Taking certain prescription medications, most notably a class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones, can directly damage connective tissue and significantly increase the risk of developing severe tendon inflammation 6.
Underlying Health Conditions: Systemic factors such as obesity, which adds excess physical weight to weight-bearing joints, or metabolic conditions can impair the body’s ability to maintain healthy tendons, raising the likelihood of chronic inflammation 7.
