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Bursitis, elbow: Inflammation of the olecranon bursa, the bursa at the tip of the elbow is called the olecranon bursitis. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that functions as a gliding surface to reduce friction between moving tissues of the body. Bursitis is usually not infectious, but the bursa can become infected. Treatment of non- infectious bursitis includes rest, ice, and medications for inflammation and pain. Infectious bursitis is treated with antibiotics, aspiration, and surgery.
Elbow bursitis, also called olecranon bursitis, is a common cause of swelling and inflammation around the elbow joint. Usually treated easily by draining the ...
Bursae are thin, slippery sacs located throughout the body that act as cushions between bones and soft tissues. They contain a small amount of lubricating fluid that ...
Elbow Pain; Frozen Shoulder; Gout; Hip Bursitis; Knee Bursitis; Knee Pain; Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs and Ulcers; Rheumatoid Arthritis; Shoulder Bursitis
Care guide for Elbow Bursitis possible causes, signs and symptoms, standard treatment options and means of care and support.
The treatment of elbow bursitis is accomplished with a few simple steps. Elbow bursitis treatment begins with draining of the fluid, followed by a cortisone ...