Shoulder Bursitis
What is bursitis ?
We have approximately 160 bursa’s in our human body.
Bursa’s are sac like structures that lubricate and reduce friction between bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
When they become swollen or inflamed, it is called bursitis.
Bursitis occurs due to many reasons;
repetitive use
poor mechanics / movement
inflammatory conditions
infection
Trauma
How to manage bursitis?
There are a variety of ways to manage an inflamed bursa. These can vary from conservative to intervention based options.
Conservative options include;
Osteopathic manual therapy
Exercise rehabilitation
Diet modification
Lifestyle modification
Medication advice
Intervention based options;
Cortisone injection
How can Osteopaths help?
Educate: As Osteopath’s we can assess and diagnose the reason you are experiencing shoulder bursitis.
Restore: We utilise a wide range of manual therapy skills that can decrease your pain and manage your symptoms.
Rehabilitate: You will receive a management plan which includes appropriate and safe exercises.