Bursitis
Description
What is Bursitis?
Small, fluid-filled pads exist between the bones and the tendons and muscles near joints of the body and act as cushions. These are called bursae. When these pads or sacs of fluid become inflamed, a condition known as bursitis is experienced. The most common locations where people experience bursitis are the shoulders, elbows, and hips. Other locations such as the knees, heels, and base of the big toe are also common.
Repetitive motions and minor impacts are often the cause of bursitis although more serious injuries have been known to develop the condition as well.
Symptoms may include:
Repetitive motions and minor impacts are often the cause of bursitis although more serious injuries have been known to develop the condition as well.
Symptoms may include:
Shoulders
Pain when raising arms above head
Discomfort worsens at night
Elbows
Increased pain if the elbow is bent
Infection is common in this bursa
Hips
Pain while walking
Tenderness in the groin area
Pain in front and middle areas of the thigh to knee, pain increases when the hip is extended or rotated
Knees
Swelling on the front of the kneecap
Pain when the knee is bent
Pain worsens at night
At Urban Massage, our Registered Massage Therapists are trained in several massage techniques each with its benefits for treating specific conditions. In the case of bursitis, we often find that myofascial release therapy does wonders as it releases the tension and tightness in the fascia which is the protective layer surrounding your bones, muscles, and joints. We will also provide you with some self-care options to assist in the recovery process in between treatments.
Pain when raising arms above head
Discomfort worsens at night
Elbows
Increased pain if the elbow is bent
Infection is common in this bursa
Hips
Pain while walking
Tenderness in the groin area
Pain in front and middle areas of the thigh to knee, pain increases when the hip is extended or rotated
Knees
Swelling on the front of the kneecap
Pain when the knee is bent
Pain worsens at night
How Can Massage Therapy Treat Bursitis?
Much like any inflammation of areas related to tendons, muscles, and joints, resting these areas by avoiding the repetitive morions that contributed to the painful condition is recommended. This is not always practical however as one’s employment or regular activities may include such movements. This is where massage therapy comes into play.At Urban Massage, our Registered Massage Therapists are trained in several massage techniques each with its benefits for treating specific conditions. In the case of bursitis, we often find that myofascial release therapy does wonders as it releases the tension and tightness in the fascia which is the protective layer surrounding your bones, muscles, and joints. We will also provide you with some self-care options to assist in the recovery process in between treatments.
Details
| Date Added | 2022-12-17 |
| Product Id | 10543821 |
