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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Bursitis | |||
| image = [[File:Bursitis_Elbow_WC.JPG|250px]] | |||
| caption = Bursitis of the elbow | |||
| field = [[Rheumatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], [[stiffness]] | |||
| complications = [[Chronic pain]], [[limited range of motion]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Days to weeks | |||
| causes = [[Injury]], [[overuse]], [[infection]] | |||
| risks = [[Repetitive motion]], [[trauma]], [[age]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging]] | |||
| differential = [[Tendinitis]], [[arthritis]], [[gout]] | |||
| prevention = Avoiding repetitive activities, using protective gear | |||
| treatment = [[Rest]], [[ice]], [[compression]], [[elevation]], [[NSAIDs]], [[corticosteroid injections]] | |||
| medication = [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]] | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Bursitis.jpg|left|thumb|Bursitis]] | |||
It is a common condition that causes swelling and pain around [[muscles]] and [[bones]]. | It is a common condition that causes swelling and pain around [[muscles]] and [[bones]]. | ||
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== Overview of Bursitis == | == Overview of Bursitis == | ||
Bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa, a small, fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between a bone and other moving parts, such as muscles, tendons, or skin. | Bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa, a small, fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between a bone and other moving parts, such as muscles, tendons, or skin. | ||
With bursitis, the bursa becomes red and fluid increases, causing swelling and pain. | With bursitis, the bursa becomes red and fluid increases, causing swelling and pain. | ||
== Symptoms of Bursitis == | == Symptoms of Bursitis == | ||
Bursitis can cause pain in your joint, especially when you move it, and swelling. | Bursitis can cause pain in your joint, especially when you move it, and swelling. | ||
[[File:3D still showing Bursitis.jpg|alt=3D still showing Bursitis|thumb|'''3D still showing Bursitis''']] | [[File:3D still showing Bursitis.jpg|alt=3D still showing Bursitis|left|thumb|'''3D still showing Bursitis''']] | ||
== Causes of Bursitis == | == Causes of Bursitis == | ||
Bursitis is usually caused by overusing a joint or trauma to a joint. For example, if you kneel or lean on your elbows longer than usual on a hard surface, you may be at risk for bursitis. An infection, arthritis, gout, thyroid disease, or diabetes can also cause bursitis. | Bursitis is usually caused by overusing a joint or trauma to a joint. For example, if you kneel or lean on your elbows longer than usual on a hard surface, you may be at risk for bursitis. An infection, arthritis, gout, thyroid disease, or diabetes can also cause bursitis. | ||
If you do activities that require repetitive motions or place stress on your joints – such as carpentry, gardening, playing a musical instrument, or playing a sport – you may be at a higher risk for bursitis. | If you do activities that require repetitive motions or place stress on your joints – such as carpentry, gardening, playing a musical instrument, or playing a sport – you may be at a higher risk for bursitis. | ||
== Diagnosis of Bursitis == | == Diagnosis of Bursitis == | ||
To diagnose bursitis, your doctor will probably ask questions about your medical history and examine you. You will probably be asked to describe your joint pain and the circumstances in which it occurs. The location and onset of pain, whether your pain varies in severity throughout the day, and factors that relieve or aggravate your pain may all help your doctor determine whether bursitis is causing your pain. | To diagnose bursitis, your doctor will probably ask questions about your medical history and examine you. You will probably be asked to describe your joint pain and the circumstances in which it occurs. The location and onset of pain, whether your pain varies in severity throughout the day, and factors that relieve or aggravate your pain may all help your doctor determine whether bursitis is causing your pain. | ||
[[File:Akute Bursitis | [[File:Akute Bursitis präpatellaris.jpg|alt=Acute prepatellar bursitis|left|thumb|Acute prepatellar bursitis]] | ||
Your doctor may also do manual examinations of the joint to see whether tendons, another part of your joints, are inflamed. They may also recommend x-rays, which do not show the bursae, but which may help rule out other problems. A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test can show whether the tendons or bursae are inflamed. Your doctor may also remove and test fluid from the inflamed area to rule out infection. | Your doctor may also do manual examinations of the joint to see whether tendons, another part of your joints, are inflamed. They may also recommend x-rays, which do not show the bursae, but which may help rule out other problems. A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test can show whether the tendons or bursae are inflamed. Your doctor may also remove and test fluid from the inflamed area to rule out infection. | ||
== Treatment of Bursitis == | == Treatment of Bursitis == | ||
Treating bursitis can reduce pain and inflammation and allow the injured bursa to heal. Some common treatments for bursitis include: | Treating bursitis can reduce pain and inflammation and allow the injured bursa to heal. Some common treatments for bursitis include: | ||
* Resting and elevating the injured area. | * Resting and elevating the injured area. | ||
* Limiting your activity to reduce further injury. | * Limiting your activity to reduce further injury. | ||
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* Applying compression to the injured area. | * Applying compression to the injured area. | ||
* Putting a brace, splint, or band on the injured joint. | * Putting a brace, splint, or band on the injured joint. | ||
If an infection is causing your bursitis, your doctor will probably prescribe antibiotics. Your doctor may also recommend ice for acute injuries, but most cases of bursitis are chronic, and ice is not helpful. | If an infection is causing your bursitis, your doctor will probably prescribe antibiotics. Your doctor may also recommend ice for acute injuries, but most cases of bursitis are chronic, and ice is not helpful. | ||
[[File:Olecranon bursitis.jpg|alt=Olecranon bursitis|thumb|'''Olecranon bursitis''']] | [[File:Olecranon bursitis.jpg|alt=Olecranon bursitis|left|thumb|'''Olecranon bursitis''']] | ||
If your bursitis does not improve, your doctor may inject a corticosteroid medicine into the area surrounding the inflamed bursa. Although these injections are common, they must be used with caution because they can lead to weakening or rupture of tendons. If your bursitis does not improve after 6 months to a year, your doctor may recommend surgery to repair damage and relieve pressure on your bursae. | If your bursitis does not improve, your doctor may inject a corticosteroid medicine into the area surrounding the inflamed bursa. Although these injections are common, they must be used with caution because they can lead to weakening or rupture of tendons. If your bursitis does not improve after 6 months to a year, your doctor may recommend surgery to repair damage and relieve pressure on your bursae. | ||
== Prevention of Bursitis == | == Prevention of Bursitis == | ||
To help prevent inflammation or reduce the severity of its recurrence: | To help prevent inflammation or reduce the severity of its recurrence: | ||
[[File:Popeye elbow MRI Olecranon bursitis 19.jpg|alt=MRI images of Popeye elbow, Olecranon bursitis|thumb|MRI images of Popeye elbow, Olecranon bursitis]] | [[File:Popeye elbow MRI Olecranon bursitis 19.jpg|alt=MRI images of Popeye elbow, Olecranon bursitis|left|thumb|MRI images of Popeye elbow, Olecranon bursitis]] | ||
* Begin new activities or exercise regimens slowly. | * Begin new activities or exercise regimens slowly. | ||
* Gradually increase physical demands following several well-tolerated exercise sessions. | * Gradually increase physical demands following several well-tolerated exercise sessions. | ||
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* Cushion the affected joint. Use foam for kneeling or elbow pads. Increase the gripping surface of tools with gloves or padding. Apply grip tape or an oversized grip to golf clubs. | * Cushion the affected joint. Use foam for kneeling or elbow pads. Increase the gripping surface of tools with gloves or padding. Apply grip tape or an oversized grip to golf clubs. | ||
* Use two hands to hold heavy tools; use a two-handed backhand in tennis. | * Use two hands to hold heavy tools; use a two-handed backhand in tennis. | ||
* | * Don’t sit still for long periods. | ||
* Practice good posture and position the body properly when going about daily activities. | * Practice good posture and position the body properly when going about daily activities. | ||
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{{Soft tissue disorders}} | {{Soft tissue disorders}} | ||
[[Category:Synovial bursae]] | [[Category:Synovial bursae]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammations]] | [[Category:Inflammations]] | ||
[[Category:Soft tissue disorders]] | [[Category:Soft tissue disorders]] | ||
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| Bursitis | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, swelling, stiffness |
| Complications | Chronic pain, limited range of motion |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Days to weeks |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Injury, overuse, infection |
| Risks | Repetitive motion, trauma, age |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging |
| Differential diagnosis | Tendinitis, arthritis, gout |
| Prevention | Avoiding repetitive activities, using protective gear |
| Treatment | Rest, ice, compression, elevation, NSAIDs, corticosteroid injections |
| Medication | Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
It is a common condition that causes swelling and pain around muscles and bones.
Overview of Bursitis
Bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa, a small, fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between a bone and other moving parts, such as muscles, tendons, or skin. With bursitis, the bursa becomes red and fluid increases, causing swelling and pain.
Symptoms of Bursitis
Bursitis can cause pain in your joint, especially when you move it, and swelling.
Causes of Bursitis
Bursitis is usually caused by overusing a joint or trauma to a joint. For example, if you kneel or lean on your elbows longer than usual on a hard surface, you may be at risk for bursitis. An infection, arthritis, gout, thyroid disease, or diabetes can also cause bursitis. If you do activities that require repetitive motions or place stress on your joints – such as carpentry, gardening, playing a musical instrument, or playing a sport – you may be at a higher risk for bursitis.
Diagnosis of Bursitis
To diagnose bursitis, your doctor will probably ask questions about your medical history and examine you. You will probably be asked to describe your joint pain and the circumstances in which it occurs. The location and onset of pain, whether your pain varies in severity throughout the day, and factors that relieve or aggravate your pain may all help your doctor determine whether bursitis is causing your pain.
Your doctor may also do manual examinations of the joint to see whether tendons, another part of your joints, are inflamed. They may also recommend x-rays, which do not show the bursae, but which may help rule out other problems. A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test can show whether the tendons or bursae are inflamed. Your doctor may also remove and test fluid from the inflamed area to rule out infection.
Treatment of Bursitis
Treating bursitis can reduce pain and inflammation and allow the injured bursa to heal. Some common treatments for bursitis include:
- Resting and elevating the injured area.
- Limiting your activity to reduce further injury.
- Taking anti-inflammatory medicines, such as aspirin, naproxen, or ibuprofen.
- Gentle stretching and strengthening exercises recommended by a doctor.
- Applying compression to the injured area.
- Putting a brace, splint, or band on the injured joint.
If an infection is causing your bursitis, your doctor will probably prescribe antibiotics. Your doctor may also recommend ice for acute injuries, but most cases of bursitis are chronic, and ice is not helpful.
If your bursitis does not improve, your doctor may inject a corticosteroid medicine into the area surrounding the inflamed bursa. Although these injections are common, they must be used with caution because they can lead to weakening or rupture of tendons. If your bursitis does not improve after 6 months to a year, your doctor may recommend surgery to repair damage and relieve pressure on your bursae.
Prevention of Bursitis
To help prevent inflammation or reduce the severity of its recurrence:
- Begin new activities or exercise regimens slowly.
- Gradually increase physical demands following several well-tolerated exercise sessions.
- Exercise regularly.
- Strengthen muscles around the joint.
- Take breaks from repetitive tasks often.
- Stop activities that cause pain.
- Cushion the affected joint. Use foam for kneeling or elbow pads. Increase the gripping surface of tools with gloves or padding. Apply grip tape or an oversized grip to golf clubs.
- Use two hands to hold heavy tools; use a two-handed backhand in tennis.
- Don’t sit still for long periods.
- Practice good posture and position the body properly when going about daily activities.
Rheumatologic diseases
Arthritis is often used to refer to any disorder that affects the joints. Rheumatic diseases usually affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles. Rheumatologic diseases usually affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles.
| Rheumatology and | Connective Tissue Diseases |
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| Ankylosing spondylitis | Arthritis |
| Arthritis and Rheumatic diseases | Autoimmune diseases |
| Autoinflammatory diseases | Behçet’s disease |
| Bursitis | Giant cell arteritis |
| Gout | Juvenile arthritis |
| Knee problems | Lupus |
| Osteoarthritis | Polymyalgia rheumatica |
| Psoriatic arthritis | Reactive arthritis |
| Rheumatoid arthritis | Scleroderma |
| Sjögren’s syndrome | Systemic lupus erythematosus (Lupus) |
| Tendinitis | Rheumatologic diseases |
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