Question 1

how do i treat bursitis in my shoulder?

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Avoid pain, cuff str: Shoulder pain during overhead activity is rotator cuff impingement and tendon degeneration until proven otherwise. Classic. Avoid painful abducted shoulder positions (that is, anything with elbows out to sides). Do cuff and scapula muscle strengthening until normal. Try a bursal injection. Mri. May need arthroscopy if nothing else works. Avoid all that causes grinding, popping, or pain.

Question 2

how can i treat chronic shoulder bursitis?

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Therapy, injections: Shoulder bursitis generally responds well to conservative care including nsaids, physical therapy, icing, a home shoulder exercise program and occasionally injections.  People who fail to improve with 4-6 months of conservative care may require surgical treatment which is generally done arthroscopically.

Question 3

anyone have advice on how to treat bursitis of the shoulder at home?

Accepted Answer

Rest, ice, NSAIDs: Assuming the diagnosis of bursitis is correct, initial treatment includes rest from aggravating activities (particularly overhead activities and lifting), ice to the shoulder for 20 minutes 3-4 times/day and anti-inflammatories (nsaids) such as advil or aleve (naproxen). Make sure that you read the warning label before taking these. Do realize that subacromial bursitis often occurs with a rotator cuff tear.

Question 4

do you treat shoulder bursitis and bicep tendonitis?

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Exercises: First line of treatment is rest, any inflammatories, and an exercise program that includes cuff strengthen, shoulder blade coordination, and stretches.  Most people get better with this program.

Question 5

i have shoulder bursitis. what is the quickest way to treat it?

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Steroid injection: This the fastest way to get rid of the pain, followed by anti-infammtory medications( motrin).

Question 6

can bursitis in the shoulder  be treated  by surgery?

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Maybe: Generally treatment for bursitis involves rest, cushioning and protecting the area, avoiding positions that put pressure on the area, placing ice [20 minutes, couple of times a day] or heat [~20 minutes, not too hot!] to reduce pain. Depending on your symptoms, your physician may suggest nsaids [like advil (ibuprofen) or motrin], steroid injections, various exercises/stretches or sometimes, surgery.

Question 7

how is the best way to treat bursitis in ac joint?

Accepted Answer

Anti-inflammatories : Ac joint pain is usually due to inflammation, either due to trauma or arthritis. Oral and/or injectable steroids are the fastest way to treat inflammation. Ice, rest and nsaid's ate also very helpful treatments, but may take a little longer to work. Sometimes therapy or even surgery may be needed. See a board certified orthopaedic surgeon for evaluation and treatment.

Question 8

is bursitis treatable with medication?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Nsaids (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like Ibuprofen and Naproxen sodium are common medications used to treat bursitis. Heat application, reduced use of the affected area, and targeted exercises are also commonly used.

Question 9

i have bursitis in my shoulder. what can i take?

Accepted Answer

Bursitis: Typically over the counter nsaids, like Ibuprofen or naprosyn (naproxen). Ice may help. If no improvement, consult with an orthopedic surgeon for a diagnosis and treatment plan.

Question 10

what can be done for the pain of bursitis in my shoulder?

Accepted Answer

PT and NSAIDs: Physical therapy, anti inflammatory medications, ice, and rest are the mainstays of treating bursitis of the shoulder. If that fails, a cortisone injection maybe considered. Surgery is reserved for refractory cases, after all non-operative measures have failed, and a thorough work up to confirm diagnosis is performed.

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