Information About Bursitis
Find information about bursitis, and how bursitis can affect different parts of the body. Also learn about treatment of bursitis.
What is Bursitis?
Bursitis is a condition where the bursal sac becomes irritated and painful. There are several easy treatment and prevention methods.
Bursitis is a condition where the bursal sac becomes irritated and painful. There are several easy treatment and prevention methods.
Shoulder Bursitis
Information about shoulder bursitis. Many people are told by their doctor they have "shoulder bursitis;" learn about this common diagnosis and available treatments.
Information about shoulder bursitis. Many people are told by their doctor they have "shoulder bursitis;" learn about this common diagnosis and available treatments.
Olecranon (Elbow) Bursitis
Olecranon bursitis is a common cause of swelling and inflammation around the elbow joint. Usually treated easily by draining the swollen bursa, it is important that olecranon bursitis be evaluated by a physician to ensure it does not become infected.
Olecranon bursitis is a common cause of swelling and inflammation around the elbow joint. Usually treated easily by draining the swollen bursa, it is important that olecranon bursitis be evaluated by a physician to ensure it does not become infected.
Trochanteric (Hip) Bursitis
Trochanteric bursitis, also called hip bursitis, is a common problem of pain and inflammation over the outside of the hip and thigh area. Treatment consists of resting and medications.
Trochanteric bursitis, also called hip bursitis, is a common problem of pain and inflammation over the outside of the hip and thigh area. Treatment consists of resting and medications.
Prepatellar (Kneecap) Bursitis
Prepatellar bursitis, or Housemaid's Knee Syndrome, is a condition of swelling and inflammation over the front of the knee. This is commonly seen in patients who kneel for extended periods, such as carpet layers and gardeners.
Prepatellar bursitis, or Housemaid's Knee Syndrome, is a condition of swelling and inflammation over the front of the knee. This is commonly seen in patients who kneel for extended periods, such as carpet layers and gardeners.