Ever experienced the kind of pain that makes bending or
straightening your elbow virtually impossible without letting out a small yelp?
You may very well just have elbow bursitis. You may be asking what the heck
elbow bursitis is, so here’s the answer. It is the inflammation of the bursa
situated behind your elbow. A bursa is a fluid filled sack and is located at
joints to counteract friction.
So how do you know if you have elbow bursitis?
Usually elbow bursitis can occur when you whack that ‘funny
bone’ of yours against the counter, causing swelling and localised tenderness.
Initially symptoms include swelling which may not be accompanied with pain in
some people however, as the inflammation and swelling increases often the pain
on straightening and bending will increase too. Range of motion is not
restricted in most cases, but due to pain limitations, restrictions may result. Inflamed areas are often warmer than the
surrounding areas of skin and may also have associated redness. Chills or
fevers may also be a symptom of septic bursitis.
How do you treat it?
Try avoid any aggravating movements and rest your elbow.
Icing the inflamed area may also help and most obviously keep your elbow clear
of any counters or tables.
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