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Anyone have advice on how to treat bursitis of the shoulder at home?
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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.
Answered 10/3/2016
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RICE: Rest ice compression elevation along with stretching and possible physical therapy.
Answered 10/8/2012
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