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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Ischial bursitis
| synonyms        = Weaver's bottom
| specialty        = [[Orthopedics]], [[Rheumatology]]
| symptoms        = [[Pain]] in the buttocks, [[swelling]], [[tenderness]]
| complications    = [[Chronic pain]], [[reduced mobility]]
| onset            = Gradual
| duration        = Can be [[chronic]]
| causes          = [[Repetitive motion]], [[prolonged sitting]], [[trauma]]
| risks            = [[Sedentary lifestyle]], [[occupational hazards]]
| diagnosis        = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging]]
| differential    = [[Sciatica]], [[piriformis syndrome]], [[hamstring tendinopathy]]
| prevention      = [[Ergonomic adjustments]], [[stretching exercises]]
| treatment        = [[Rest]], [[ice therapy]], [[anti-inflammatory medication]], [[physical therapy]]
| medication      = [[NSAIDs]]
| prognosis        = Generally good with treatment
| frequency        = Common in individuals with prolonged sitting habits
}}
'''Ischial Bursitis''' is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the [[bursa]] located between the [[gluteus maximus muscle]] and the underlying bony prominence of the [[ischium]], the lowermost portion of the [[pelvis]]. This condition is also commonly referred to as ''Weaver's Bottom'' or ''Tailor's Seat'' due to its prevalence among individuals who sit for extended periods.
'''Ischial Bursitis''' is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the [[bursa]] located between the [[gluteus maximus muscle]] and the underlying bony prominence of the [[ischium]], the lowermost portion of the [[pelvis]]. This condition is also commonly referred to as ''Weaver's Bottom'' or ''Tailor's Seat'' due to its prevalence among individuals who sit for extended periods.
== Causes ==
== Causes ==
Ischial Bursitis is typically caused by prolonged sitting on hard surfaces that put pressure on the ischial bursa. Other causes may include [[rheumatoid arthritis]], [[gout]], and direct trauma to the buttock area. In some cases, it can also be caused by overuse or strain from activities such as running or biking.
Ischial Bursitis is typically caused by prolonged sitting on hard surfaces that put pressure on the ischial bursa. Other causes may include [[rheumatoid arthritis]], [[gout]], and direct trauma to the buttock area. In some cases, it can also be caused by overuse or strain from activities such as running or biking.
== Symptoms ==
== Symptoms ==
The primary symptom of Ischial Bursitis is pain in the buttock area, which may intensify when sitting or lying down, and may be accompanied by swelling or tenderness. In severe cases, the pain may radiate down the back of the leg.
The primary symptom of Ischial Bursitis is pain in the buttock area, which may intensify when sitting or lying down, and may be accompanied by swelling or tenderness. In severe cases, the pain may radiate down the back of the leg.
== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of Ischial Bursitis typically involves a physical examination and review of the patient's medical history. Imaging tests such as [[X-ray]]s, [[MRI]]s, or [[ultrasound]] may also be used to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.
Diagnosis of Ischial Bursitis typically involves a physical examination and review of the patient's medical history. Imaging tests such as [[X-ray]]s, [[MRI]]s, or [[ultrasound]] may also be used to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.
== Treatment ==
== Treatment ==
Treatment for Ischial Bursitis typically involves a combination of rest, physical therapy, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). In severe cases, corticosteroid injections or surgery may be required.
Treatment for Ischial Bursitis typically involves a combination of rest, physical therapy, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). In severe cases, corticosteroid injections or surgery may be required.
== Prevention ==
== Prevention ==
Prevention strategies for Ischial Bursitis include regular exercise to strengthen the gluteal muscles, using a cushioned seat when sitting for extended periods, and taking regular breaks to stand and stretch during long periods of sitting.
Prevention strategies for Ischial Bursitis include regular exercise to strengthen the gluteal muscles, using a cushioned seat when sitting for extended periods, and taking regular breaks to stand and stretch during long periods of sitting.
== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Bursitis]]
* [[Bursitis]]
* [[Hip pain]]
* [[Hip pain]]
* [[Rheumatoid arthritis]]
* [[Rheumatoid arthritis]]
* [[Gout]]
* [[Gout]]
[[Category:Orthopedic disorders]]
[[Category:Orthopedic disorders]]
[[Category:Inflammations]]
[[Category:Inflammations]]
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Ischial bursitis
Synonyms Weaver's bottom
Pronounce N/A
Specialty Orthopedics, Rheumatology
Symptoms Pain in the buttocks, swelling, tenderness
Complications Chronic pain, reduced mobility
Onset Gradual
Duration Can be chronic
Types N/A
Causes Repetitive motion, prolonged sitting, trauma
Risks Sedentary lifestyle, occupational hazards
Diagnosis Physical examination, imaging
Differential diagnosis Sciatica, piriformis syndrome, hamstring tendinopathy
Prevention Ergonomic adjustments, stretching exercises
Treatment Rest, ice therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, physical therapy
Medication NSAIDs
Prognosis Generally good with treatment
Frequency Common in individuals with prolonged sitting habits
Deaths N/A


Ischial Bursitis is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the bursa located between the gluteus maximus muscle and the underlying bony prominence of the ischium, the lowermost portion of the pelvis. This condition is also commonly referred to as Weaver's Bottom or Tailor's Seat due to its prevalence among individuals who sit for extended periods.

Causes[edit]

Ischial Bursitis is typically caused by prolonged sitting on hard surfaces that put pressure on the ischial bursa. Other causes may include rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and direct trauma to the buttock area. In some cases, it can also be caused by overuse or strain from activities such as running or biking.

Symptoms[edit]

The primary symptom of Ischial Bursitis is pain in the buttock area, which may intensify when sitting or lying down, and may be accompanied by swelling or tenderness. In severe cases, the pain may radiate down the back of the leg.

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of Ischial Bursitis typically involves a physical examination and review of the patient's medical history. Imaging tests such as X-rays, MRIs, or ultrasound may also be used to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.

Treatment[edit]

Treatment for Ischial Bursitis typically involves a combination of rest, physical therapy, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). In severe cases, corticosteroid injections or surgery may be required.

Prevention[edit]

Prevention strategies for Ischial Bursitis include regular exercise to strengthen the gluteal muscles, using a cushioned seat when sitting for extended periods, and taking regular breaks to stand and stretch during long periods of sitting.

See Also[edit]

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