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Bursitis
See Also:
Bursitis:
Introduction & Overview
Bursitis: Types
Bursitis:
Causes & Risk Factors
Bursitis:
Symptoms & Diagnosis Methods
Bursitis:
Treatment & Prevention Options
Treatment Options
Treatment Options for Bursitits include:
Self Care: A self care management
approach involves PRICEM which is an
acronym that includes:
Protection: The patient
may protect the bursae that are close to the skin by
padding.
Rest: The affected body
part must be given rest until the symptoms improve
and avoid any activities that cause additional pain.
Ice: Ice packs can be
effectively used in reducing the symptoms of
inflammation and pain.
Compression: Affected
joints can be compressed by using elastic bandage or
dressing to relieve of pain.
Elevation: Elevating the
affected body part above the level of heart would
stop the blood from collecting in the bursae and help
reduces inflammation.
Medication: Non-Steroidal
Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or over the counter
painkiller drugs such as ibuprofen can be effective
in relieving the pain and reducing inflammation.
Steroids: If symptoms are severe and
do not respond to treatment, steroids such as
hydrocortisone, prednisolone, methylprednisolone,
triamcinolone, betamethasone and dexamethasone may be
used to treat bursitis.
Physical Therapy: Physical therapy
includes stretching or strengthening exercises, soft
tissue manipulation and modalities such as ultrasound.
Aspiration: Repeated aspiration
(removal of bursal fluid with the help of a needle) helps
reduce the amount of inflamed fluid.
Surgery: Surgery involves removal of
the infected bursal sac and surgical drainage of the
bursal fluid.
Antibiotics: Once bursitis is
confirmed, oral antibiotics may be prescribed to treat
the infected bursae (4) & (10).
Prevention Methods
Some of the preventive methods include:
Stretching of muscles:
Warm up or stretching before physical activity.
Strengthening of muscles:
Strengthening of muscles can help protect the
joints.
Repititive Tasks:
Avoiding or taking break from repetitive tasks.
Cushioning of joints and avoiding
kneeling on hard surface can prevent bursitis.
Avoid sitting in one position for
prolonged periods.
Avoid leaning on elbows (6).
See Also:
Bursitis:
Introduction & Overview
Bursitis: Types
Bursitis:
Causes & Risk Factors
Bursitis:
Symptoms & Diagnosis Methods
Bursitis:
Treatment & Prevention Options
Article by Kona Vishnu, MS
Medical Writer,
OmniMedicalSearch.com
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