What is calcific tendonitis? What causes this condition?signs and symptoms of calcific tendonitis

actor Anil Kapoor, who is busy promoting his upcoming film Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga, is reportedly suffering from calcification in the shoulder, also known as calcific tendonitis (tendinitis). According to a Mid-day report, the actor is flying to Germany for the treatment after the release of Total Dhamaal. The report stated that Kapoor will be treated by celebrity sports doctor Dr Hans-Wilhelm Müller-Wohlfahrt, who is the Germany national football team doctor and current club doctor of Bayern Munich.

Interestingly, Dr Müller-Wohlfahrt had treated the actor when he sustained an ankle injury last year. The senior actor, who suffered one or two tears, and a bit of calcification on his right shoulder, revealed that he has taken an appointment in April with Dr Muller-Wohlfahrt for his treatment.

What is calcific tendonitis? What causes this condition?
Also known as calcified shoulder, this condition happens when calcium deposits form in your muscles or tendons. Calcific tendinitis (or tendonitis) is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain and usually occurs in the rotator cuff - a group of muscles and tendons that connects your upper arm to your shoulder - although it can happen anywhere in the body. This buildup of calcium is this area can harden and restrict your body’s normal processes.


Calcific tendonitis often affects adults between 40 and 60 years old, and women are more likely to experience the condition than men.

The exact cause of calcific tendonitis is not known, however, the condition is fairly common. Researchers believe certain things may be linked to the buildup of calcium deposits, including -

Ageing
Genetic predisposition
Abnormal cell growth
Damage to the tendons
Abnormal thyroid gland activity
Bodily production of anti-inflammatory agents
Metabolic diseases, such as diabetes
What are the signs and symptoms of calcific tendonitis?
While shoulder pain is the most common symptom, some people with calcific tendonitis might not experience any noticeable signs, which means it can take months or years for calcium deposits to form. Over time, it can make movement painful, limiting your range of movement. It can even interfere with your sleep.


The pain is likely to occur in the front or back of your shoulder and into your arm. As calcium deposit goes through three stages, the last stage, known as resorption, is said to be the most painful.

How is calcific tendonitis treated?
In most cases, calcific tendonitis can be treated successfully with medication or physical therapy, or a combination of the two, without the need for surgery. Surgery may be recommended in some cases - around 10 per cent of people affected by the condition.