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Bursitis is the inflammation of a bursa — a small, fluid-filled sac that cushions and reduces friction between bones, tendons, and muscles near joints.
When a bursa becomes irritated, it swells and causes pain and limited movement. Bursitis often results from repetitive movements, pressure on a joint, injury, or infection. The most commonly affected areas are:
Shoulder (subacromial bursitis)
Elbow (olecranon bursitis)
Hip (trochanteric bursitis)
Knee (prepatellar or infrapatellar bursitis)
Heel (retrocalcaneal bursitis)
| Treatment Type | Description | When Recommended | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rest & Activity Modification | Avoiding movements that irritate the bursa | First-line treatment | Reduces inflammation, prevents worsening |
| Ice Packs | Applying ice to the swollen area | Acute bursitis | Relieves pain and swelling |
| Medications | NSAIDs to reduce pain and inflammation | Mild to moderate cases | Improves comfort and mobility |
| Aspiration | Removing excess fluid from the bursa with a needle | Severe swelling or suspected infection | Reduces pressure, allows lab testing |
| Corticosteroid Injections | Injection of anti-inflammatory medication into the bursa | Persistent or severe bursitis | Quick, powerful symptom relief |
| Physical Therapy | Exercises to strengthen surrounding muscles, improve posture | Recurrent or chronic bursitis | Prevents recurrence, improves joint mechanics |
| Antibiotics | For septic (infected) bursitis | If infection is present | Resolves infection, prevents complications |
| Surgery (rarely needed) | Removal of the inflamed bursa | Severe, chronic, or infected bursitis not responding to other treatments | Restores function, eliminates problem |
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Bursitis can be effectively treated with the right care — so you can move freely again without discomfort.
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WEGOVITA offers medical coordination services by connecting international patients with top hospitals and specialists across Germany. We support access to expert evaluations, facilitate treatment logistics, and present a range of available medical options.
However, WEGOVITA does not provide direct medical treatment, make medical diagnoses, or recommend specific therapies. All final medical decisions—including diagnosis, treatment planning, and cost—are made solely by licensed medical professionals after a full clinical assessment of the individual patient.
This information is provided for informational purposes, based on internationally recognized guidelines and practices used in Germany’s leading medical institutions. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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