Managing Knee Bursitis: What You Need to Know
Published: Sep 30, 2024
Knee bursitis can be painful, but there are effective ways to manage it. Discover the common procedures used to treat this condition.
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Diagnosing Knee Bursitis
Diagnosis often starts with a physical exam and patient history. Imaging tests like X-rays or MRIs may be used to rule out other conditions. Sometimes, a bursal fluid analysis is needed to check for infection or gout.
Treatment Options
Initial treatment may include rest, ice, and over-the-counter pain relievers. Physical therapy can help strengthen muscles around the knee. In some cases, a doctor may recommend a corticosteroid injection to reduce inflammation.
When Surgery is Needed
Surgery is rare but might be necessary if the bursitis doesn't respond to other treatments. Procedures could involve draining the bursa or removing it entirely. Recovery typically involves physical therapy to restore full knee function.
Frequently Asked Questions
Through physical exams, imaging tests, and sometimes fluid analysis.
Rest, ice, physical therapy, and corticosteroid injections are common treatments.
Surgery is rare and only considered if other treatments fail.
It strengthens muscles around the knee, aiding recovery.
Key Takeaways
Knee bursitis is manageable with the right treatment approach.
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References
Ho G Jr et al., 1978, Septic bursitis in the prepatellar and olecranon bursae, Ann Intern Med
Mathieu S et al., 2011, Acute prepatellar and olecranon bursitis, Joint Bone Spine
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