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Golf swing got you wincing in pain? Weeds growing because you can’t kneel to pick them anymore? Putting off painting that room because it hurts too much?
When your day-to-day activities put stress on your joints, you can feel the pain of bursitis. Your favorite hobbies might not be so much fun anymore. And household jobs can be so painful you just can’t keep up. The pain can be sudden and sharp or build up over time and limit your range of motion.
That’s no way to live. Our orthopaedic specialists and rheumatologists can help you find relief from bursitis and provide tips on how to prevent the condition from coming back. We want to help you get back to living your life as pain-free as possible.
At Cleveland Clinic, our specialists are experts at caring for patients with anything from common musculoskeletal issues to the most complicated bone, joint or connective tissue disorders. Meet our team.
Our specialists work as a team to provide the most comprehensive and personalized care. Our team includes orthopaedic medicine specialists, surgeons and oncologists, sports health specialists and therapists, musculoskeletal radiologists, rheumatologists, physician assistants and physical therapists.
We’ll explain to you exactly what bursitis is and what your treatment options are. At Cleveland Clinic, we take time to talk about your condition with you and answer any questions you have. We want you to understand your condition so you can take an active role in your care.
Our ongoing research lets us offer you the latest and most advanced treatment options, including minimally invasive, tissue-sparing and robotic-assisted procedures. We also offer customized prosthesis and work with you to find something matches what you need.
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You don’t have to live with the pain you’re experiencing. You deserve to do the things you love. You know when something isn’t feeling right, and we will take the time to hear about your concerns. Your care will start with a conversation. Your healthcare provider will ask about your medical history and will want to know what symptoms you’re having. You’ll have a physical exam, which is often enough for a diagnosis. If your provider is concerned an infection or another condition is causing your bursitis, you might need one or more of these imaging tests:
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Sometimes it’s hard to put down the things you love, even if it’s for a little while. But the best treatment for bursitis often is rest. You’ll also want to avoid repeated movements or activities that irritated the bursae. Your provider might also recommend the following self-care treatments you can do at home:
Sometimes you might need more. Your provider might recommend:
Bursitis is a common complaint for people who have jobs or enjoy hobbies where they repeat certain motions over and over. Poor posture can also be at the root of the issue. Most cases of bursitis improve on their own with rest and self-care. If your pain sticks around or you develop a fever or redness, swelling or warmth in the injured area, it’s important to call your healthcare provider to make sure you haven’t developed an infection or another condition. Painful joints shouldn’t get in the way of your life. Your provider will be able to help you manage the pain and get back to doing what you love.
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