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Treatment for Bursitis
May 29th
Natural treatment for Bursitis
There are a range of excellent natural remedies that can help in reducing the symptoms of bursitis such as pain and restricted joint mobility, as well as prevent the recurrent attacks of bursitis.
Some of the natural home remedies are listed below:
Applying hot and cold compress alternatively helps in alleviating the pain
Using hot and cold packs
Intake of citrus fruits helps in the healing process of bursae
Bursitis occurs due to overuse and wear and tear of the joints. Eating fruits and vegetables that are rich in vitamin C
Avoiding alcohol intake
Bursitis may also occur as an associated symptom of gout and rheumatoid arthritis. These conditions are aggravated by excessive consumption of alcohol and after an episode of binge drinking. Hence it is important to avoid binge drinking to prevent attacks of gout and prevent bursitis. In case a person is suffering from bursitis, the alcohol intake may only worsen the existing pain and swelling of the joints.
Gentle exercises such as Tai Chi and Yoga may help in preventing the attacks of bursitis
There are many alternative therapies like yoga, clinical pilates and tai chi. These therapies include stretching and breathing exercises which help in relaxing the body and reducing the body stiffness. They help to strengthen the muscles and regular practicing of these exercises may play a significant role in coping with the pain of bursitis as well as preventing recurrent attacks. They can also help in relieving the chronic joint pain and muscle weakness. These exercises should be taken up after proper consultation with the doctor and must be practiced under the supervision of a qualified instructor.
Gentle water based exercises are also very helpful in the treatment of bursitis as well as other associated joint problems such as osteoarthritis. Water based exercises are low impact exercises. These exercises include water based aerobics and gentle water based sports. They help in relieving the joint pain and strengthen the surrounding structures such as the ligaments and tendons.
Homeopathic Remedies can be used in the treatment of bursitis
There are some excellent homeopathic remedies such as Rhus Toxicodendron, Calcarea Carbonica and Calcarea Phos that can be used in the treatment for bursitis. But these remedies must be taken after proper consultation with the homeopath as well as your health care professional.
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How To Prevent Bursitis
May 28th
Bursitis is inflammation of the bursae. Bursae are specially designed small that are present around the joints and the neighboring structures such as the muscles, ligaments and the tendons. They are cushioning sacs that decrease friction between the joints and assist movement of the tendon over the bony surface.
Bursitis can be caused as a result of a number of factors. But the most common cause of bursitis is overuse of the joints, injury to the joints and associated conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout and osteoarthritis. The most common joints affected by this condition are the hip, knee elbow and the shoulder joint. Hip and knee joints are the major weight bearing joints of the body, so they are more likely to be affected. The elbow joint and the shoulder joints are likely to be overused; hence the bursae surrounding these joints are more prone to be inflamed. Any injury to the joint, such as a direct hit to the joint or in case of an accidental trauma to the joint, the bursae may be inflamed causing bursitis. Repetitive movements such as swinging a golf club or kneeling over to sweep the floors, or overuse of the shoulder in case of vacuuming may lead to bursitis. Bursitis can also be caused as a result of arthritis. Arthritis is defined as the inflammation of a joint. When the inflammation spreads to the surrounding structures such as the bursae the person suffers from bursitis. So, depending on the cause of bursitis, recurrent attacks of bursitis can be prevented.
If bursitis is caused as a result of overuse of the joints, then the symptoms of bursitis disappear once the particular activity is stopped. Research has suggested that athletes or people involved in hard physical labor such as construction workers are more prone to develop bursitis as a result of overuse of the joints. Hence these people should always do warm up exercises and stretching exercises before undertaking any hard physical activity. The stretching and warm up exercises help in better joint mobility and prevent the risk of bursitis.
In order to protect the shoulders from bursitis, one must take periodic breaks from repeated activities such as vacuuming. People involved in professions such as gardening, carpentry or even household chores that require kneeling over in order to perform the tasks, should take repeated breaks and do stretching exercises. This provides the necessary rest to the joints and reduces the risk of bursitis.
Physiotherapists often advise knee exercises and thigh straightening exercises that promote stretching of the muscles and ligaments and thereby help in reducing the frequency of bursitis.
Bursitis of the ankles and the feet can be prevented by wearing comfortable footwear especially while walking and jogging, as it reduces the strain on the joints.
If bursitis occurs as a result of inflammatory conditions of the joints such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout, then the underlying cause is treated in order to prevent the recurrent attacks of bursitis.
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Causes of Bursitis
May 27th
The most common joints that are affected by bursitis are hip, knee, elbow and shoulder. The most common cause of bursitis is repetitive joint movements, over use of joints, injuries and other conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and gout.
Causes of Hip Bursitis
Hip is the major weight bearing joint of the body. So it can be affected by bursitis due to repeated pressure and overuse. The most common type of hip bursitis is trochanteric bursitis. The trochanteric bursa may be inflamed by a group of muscles or tendons rubbing over the bursa and causing friction against the thigh bone.
Some of the common causes of hip bursitis are mentioned below:
1. Weak hip muscles
When the hip muscles are weak, it puts a strain on the hip joint. This results in inflammation of the bursae.
2. Unequal length of the leg
People can also get bursitis when the body has to change its balance or movement in order to adapt to differences; for example, if a person has one leg that’s longer than the other, or in cases where one leg is injured, as a result of which the other leg is used to bear the weight of the body which results in over use and over pressure on the other leg.
3. Frequent strenuous exercises such as running and cycling
Bursitis can also be caused in case of strenuous exercises such as bicycling and running that put a strain on the hip joint and there is overuse of the hip joint and the surrounding muscles and ligaments. Hip bursitis can also be caused if the bicycle seat is too high.
4. Other diseases such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Hip bursitis can also occur as a result of other joint disease such as gout, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis that cause inflammation of the joint and the surrounding structures, including the bursae.
Causes of Knee Bursitis
One of the most common types of knee bursitis is known as prepatellar bursitis. In simple terms, it is known as “housemaid’s knee” .This type of bursitis is common in people who have to kneel on their knees frequently in order to perform household chores such as sweeping the floors or scrubbing and washing floors. It is also common in people who are involved in professions such as carpet layers and gardeners.
Causes of Elbow Bursitis
Inflammation of the bursa surrounding the elbow joint may follow a traumatic accident, such as a fall onto the back of the elbow. People who rest their elbows on hard surfaces may aggravate the condition and make the swelling more prominent.
Causes of Shoulder Bursitis
The most common cause of shoulder bursitis is repetitive movements such as swinging a golf club. It can also be caused by trauma to the shoulder joint or suddenly lifting heavy objects such as heavy grocery bag or heavy weights.
Symptoms of Bursitis
May 26th
Bursitis is inflammation of the bursae. Some of the common joints affected by bursitis are hip, knee, shoulder and elbow.
Symptoms of Hip Bursitis
The most common form of hip bursitis is trochanteric bursitis. Hip is a weight bearing joint of the body. Hence the major cause of hip bursitis is overuse, over pressure and injury to the hip joint. The symptoms of hip bursitis may have a gradual onset or they may develop suddenly, as in case of a trauma to the hip. The symptoms of hip bursitis are listed below:
1. One of the most prominent symptoms of trochanteric bursitis is pain occurring over the side of the hip
2. In other cases, the person suffering from hip bursitis may complain of referred pain. Referred pain is the pain that originates in one part of the body and travels to different parts of the body. In this case, the pain originates in the hip and travels down the outside thigh. In severe cases of hip bursitis, the pain may even continue down to the knee
3. Intense pain occurs when the person is sleeping on his side; especially the affected hip. The most common cause of hip bursitis is over pressure on the joint. So when a person sleeps on the affected side, it only increases the pressure on the hip, thereby increasing the intensity of the pain.
4. Pain is aggravated upon getting up from a deep chair or after prolonged sitting in one place, especially while travelling in a car. Sitting puts pressure on the hip joint and the symptoms become worse on prolonged sitting and getting up.
5. Any kind of physical exercise that puts pressure on the hip joint makes the pain worse. The person suffering from this type of bursitis may also complain of severe pain when climbing stairs or walking uphill. The pain in the hip and the gluteus muscles is aggravated when walking, cycling or even standing for long periods of time.
Symptoms of Knee Bursitis
The most common form of knee bursitis is pre-patellar bursitis. It is commonly referred to as “housemaid’s knee”. The common symptoms of knee bursitis are as follows:
- Swelling over the knee joint
- Restricted mobility of the knee
- Pain around the knee joint that is aggravated by kneeling over and motion of the knee
- Intense pain of the knee that becomes worse at night
In cases of knee bursitis which occur as a result of other conditions such as gout and rheumatoid arthritis, the person may complain of stiffness, pain, swelling and redness of the knee joint
Symptoms of shoulder bursitis
Symptoms of shoulder bursitis include pain and swelling of the shoulder joint. The pain is aggravated by lifting heavy weights and by sudden motion of the arm. The pain may be referred to the arm. The inflammation and swelling strike suddenly over a few hours or days. If caused by injury, bursitis will resolve after a few days or weeks. However, if bursitis is caused by overuse, the inflammation will continue unless the particular activity or movement is stopped.
What is Bursitis
May 25th
Bursitis is defined as inflammation of a bursa. Bursae are small sacs which are located in the area between two adjoining structures. These adjoining structures are usually muscles, tendons and bones. The bursae are filled with a customized fluid. This fluid acts as a cushion and provides a cushioning effect necessary for movement and pressure. These small cushions are known as bursae (a single one is called a bursa). Bursae are specially designed cushioning sacs that decrease friction between the joints and assist movement of the tendon over the bony surface. Bursitis is a condition which does not lead to joint deformity. But a joint mobility is significantly affected in a person suffering from bursitis. Bursitis also causes significant pain and restricted movements of the joints and the tendons.
Bursitis may be mistaken for arthritis
Bursae are located outside the joint itself. They provide protection to the joint and the surrounding structures. Since both tendons and bursae are located near joints, inflammation in these soft tissues may be mistaken as arthritis. However, it has to be understood that arthritis is a condition that involves inflammation within joints, whereas bursitis is a condition that involves inflammation outside the joint.
The most common joints to be affected by bursitis are shoulder, elbow, hip and knee
The body contains many bursae but the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee and heel are the most common sites of bursitis. The main reason behind this is that the hip and the knee are the major weight bearing joints of the body. The shoulder and the elbow, as well as the hip and the knee are the most over used joints of the body. As a result of this, these joints are more prone to repeated injuries. The continuous wear and tear of these joints, from repeated use, from continuous pressure and injuries affects the cushioning effect of the bursae surrounding the joints. This results in inflammation of the bursae and the person complains of restricted joint mobility and considerable pain. Another reason that can become a contributing factor in the development of bursitis is certain disorders such as gout, rheumatoid arthritis and even diabetes. Bursae surrounding the joints can also be affected as a result of direct hit or direct injury to the joint, or in other cases, bursitis can occur as a result of repetitive movements or overuse of the surrounding joints. Repeated physical activities, such as swinging a golf club or swinging a tennis racket can also cause bursitis. The condition commonly known as ‘housemaid’s knee’ results from inflammation of the bursa on the front of the knee caused by repeated sweeping while kneeling. People can also get bursitis when the body has to change its balance or movement in order to adapt to differences; for example, if a person has one leg that’s longer than the other, or in cases where one leg is injured, as a result of which the other leg is used to bear the weight of the body which results in over use and over pressure on the other leg.
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