Bursitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
- ChiroRéseau Rimouski – Polyclinique Iaso
Bursitis, also called hygroma, is a problem affecting a joint that has a bursa, such as the elbow, knee, hip, or shoulder. It manifests with various symptoms such as pain during movement or swelling and redness near the affected area. Chiropractic offers various treatment options to relieve the pain and inflammation associated with bursitis.
Bursitis is an inflammation of a synovial bursa. Synovial bursae are small fluid-filled sacs located near the joints. Acting somewhat like "protective cushions," they facilitate the sliding of muscles, tendons, and ligaments against bones.
The human body has more than 150 synovial bursae, which means bursitis can develop near various joints. However, the elbow, knee, shoulder, and hip are among the most commonly affected areas by this health issue.
Inflammation of a synovial bursa can cause various symptoms such as pain, swelling, redness, and even reduced mobility of the affected joint.
The healing time for bursitis can vary...
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