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  • Initial Steps to Relief
  • Advanced Treatment Options
  • When Surgery is Considered

Bursitis Treatment: How to Get Back on Your Feet

Bursitis Treatment: How to Get Back on Your Feet

What's This About?

Bursitis can be a painful condition, but with the right treatment, you can find relief and get moving again. Here's how it's done.
Contents
  • Initial Steps to Relief
  • Advanced Treatment Options
  • When Surgery is Considered

Initial Steps to Relief

The first step in treating bursitis is to reduce inflammation and pain. Resting the affected joint, applying cold compresses, and taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen can help. These methods are crucial in the initial stages to prevent further irritation and allow the bursa to heal.

Advanced Treatment Options

For more persistent cases, treatments such as physical therapy and glucocorticoid injections may be recommended. Physical therapy helps restore range of motion and strengthens surrounding muscles. Glucocorticoid injections can reduce inflammation directly within the bursa, providing faster pain relief in some cases.
Bursitis is a condition characterized by the inflammation of the bursae, small sacs of fluid that cushion bones, tendons, and muscles near joints.

When Surgery is Considered

Surgery is rarely needed but may be considered for chronic bursitis that doesn't respond to other treatments. This could involve removing the affected bursa or correcting any structural issues causing the irritation. Consulting with a specialist can help determine if surgery is the right option.

FAQs

What is the first step in treating bursitis?

Rest, cold compresses, and NSAIDs are initial treatments.

Are injections an option?

Yes, glucocorticoid injections can reduce inflammation.

Is surgery common for bursitis?

Surgery is rare and only considered for chronic cases.

Can physical therapy help?

Yes, it restores motion and strengthens muscles.

Wrapping Up

With the right treatment plan, bursitis can be effectively managed and alleviated.
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Additional References
  1. Petri M, Hufman SL, Waser G, et al. Celecoxib effectively treats patients with acute shoulder tendinitis/bursitis. J Rheumatol 2004; 31:1614.
  2. Kumar PH, Bains TS, Shejale N, Kaur V. Image-Guided Versus Blind Corticosteroid Injections in Adults With Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Cureus 2021; 13:e17032.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.