Just diagnosed with tendinitis on the left knee. Being that it's close to race season, what's the best way to heal/deal/cope with the pain before/during/after training and/or races? ('scuse the slash marks) I've already been forced to miss one century and will sit out my club's first target race of the season next weekend. I began to experience the "twinge" about a month ago during a 3 hour training ride up two mtn passes. The pain has increased on every ride thereafter...so I finally saw the Orthopod. This is definitely a question for those in the know and who have experienced this first hand. This will also be my first season in cat.4 and am entering the new year mentally fresh and with a renewed passion. Unfortunately, this minor injury is causing me to miss out on major base miles which is hindering my form. I'd appreciate if you could share your experiences/advice. Thanks for your time.----paa