Minimizing risk of tendinitis - by: MCImes

Hi guys,
Over the winter, I have been diagnosed with mild tendinitis in both my hands and one elbow.
I have always had bum joints. Probably doesn't help I did physical labor for several years when I was young (not for almost a decade now though)

Paddling has always been a balance for me. My muscles can exert more force than my tendons can handle, and I'm only in my early 30s.

What can you wise ones tell me about mitigating tendinitis through stroke mechanics, stretches, focused exercises , ect.

I already use a small paddle (small mid wing or small think, both around 720cm2) but still exacerbate the condition with paddling. I think I have ok form, but have never been evaluated by a paddling coach. (I know I should schedule a couple sessions with a coach! Any recommendations in New England area, US?)

I'm towards the middle of a 2-3 month break right now, but want to have a strategy in place when the ice breaks up in a month or 2.

Any insight is appreciated.

Thanks!