treatment for tendonitis

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Hello,

My RA has caused tendonitis. Right now I have it in my hand, running

down the middle finger. I showed it to my rheumy last time I was there

and she said, " Oh...swollen! " and suggested taping it to my other

finger. When I had ankle tendonitis the podiatrist who noticed it

prescribed ice, rest, and Advil. I'm wondering if that's all I can do

for my hand--lately the pain has become sharp at times. Unfortunately,

it's the hand I use most. Does anyone know if cortisone injections are

ever given for tendonitis? I'd welcome any ideas.

Thanks!

Sierra