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Will draining the bursae help heal the inflammation area quicker and last longer than seeing a physiotherapist?
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Prefer draining : I happen to be a believer in draining large fluid filled bursa and then injecting a tiny amount of corticosteroid to reduce inflammation. I get referrals from physical therapist to do just that because they have a difficult time treating bursitis. If only small fluid, l opt for oral NSAID like Naproxen and some compression tape.
Answered 9/16/2015
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