Tendonitis (acute inflammation of tendon) and tendonosis (chronic tendonitis in which collagen can form around the tendon) in the knee are 'wear and tear' issues that players face.

The classical signs of acute inflammation are pain, heat, redness, swelling, and loss of function.

Once a tumor has penetrated or perforated hollow viscera, acute inflammation of the peritoneum appears, inducing severe abdominal pain.

In acute inflammation, these proteins prove beneficial, however in chronic inflammation they can contribute to amyloidosis.

Patients may find them helpful for reducing swelling and pain once the acute inflammation subsides.