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Tendinopathy is generally caused by overuse of a muscle-tendon unit. Over time, the strain on the tendon causes structural changes within the tendon itself.
Shoulder tendons are overused most often with:
Bicipital tendinopathy is linked to rotator cuff conditions. Rotator cuff tendinopathy may result from wear and tear with age.
Factors that increase your chance of developing shoulder tendinopathy include: