A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that is found between the bones in the joints of the body. It helps the body in absorbing water and lubricating the joints
Bursitis is inflammation of the bursae and can cause discomfort in both knees.
Pain can occur with edema of the bursa, very often the joints become inflamed. Bursitis usually occurs in people with arthritis or joint deformities. It can also be caused by injury or other problems.
Bursitis is usually treated with anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin and ibuprofen. However, some symptoms can occur even without inflammation. The first sign of bursitis is sharp pain on the outside of the knee. Some people may also notice swelling on the outside of the knee or around the knee joint.
Bursitis can often be relieved with pain relievers. However, if the bursitis is severe, surgery may be recommended.
Bursitis usually takes a long time to heal. If the bursitis is caused by arthritis or other problems, treatment can be started immediately. If the inflammation of the bursa is very acute, surgery may be required. Surgical treatment can be carried out using both a laser and a surgical method. In more severe cases, surgery may be required.
Treatment of bursitis can be done in the office or through different medications, and this may vary depending on the severity of the condition in milder and minor cases. Antibiotics can be used to treat bursitis, as well as physical therapy.
Bursitis can be quite painful, and the pain relief is important during treatment. Ice packs and heating pads are great to relieve pain and inflammation, and the rest is also a good idea. It is very important to keep the affected knee elevated and off the ground during the first three to six weeks of the treatment. This will prevent bursitis from aggravating the condition further.
In order to get best results, patients should take the necessary pain relief medications. In extreme cases, surgery is usually recommended. Surgery may be required if bursitis is so severe that normal medications do not work.
Surgery is typically an outpatient procedure. Patients are not required to stay overnight in the hospital, but they must be careful about the amount of movement they do and about any swelling, and they should drink plenty of fluids and avoid strenuous activities.
When surgery is needed, the patient will be fitted with a knee brace to help support the knee joint. A splint will be placed on the outer surface of the knee to ensure that there are no rubbing and irritation of the surrounding tissue and muscles. After surgery, the patient is likely to feel pain and swelling in the affected area for at least four to six weeks. It will gradually go away.
The first step is to relax and wait for the swelling to subside, and then start doing some stretching exercises to increase the range of motion in the knee. The pain will become less pronounced over time. As it does, the pain reliever taken will help reduce the swelling.
The muscles of the body tend to get more active when the pain gets worse. To prevent this, some of the muscles of the leg are strengthened so that it will be less likely to have pain. Stretching helps to strengthen these muscles.
The bursitis brace also aids with the healing process. The pain in the knee will not be as acute after a brace, and recovery can take a longer time.
Bursitis is not serious, and in many cases it can be prevented with proper rehabilitation after the surgery. Once bursitis has been treated, it is often possible to prevent further bouts by simply staying away from activities that put stress on the knee.
For more severe cases of bursitis, the bursitis brace can be worn for longer periods of time. If the knee becomes immobile or cannot move, a splint can be used to provide some pressure on the joint.
Braces come in many styles and sizes. Most come in a soft fabric that keeps the pain under control and prevents it from being uncomfortable or irritating to the patient. The size of the brace and the strength of the brace can vary from one patient to the next.