What is Bursitis?
By Dr Ananya Mandal, MD
The term bursitis refers to inflammation and swelling of the bursa, a sac-like structure that forms under the skin to prevent two surfaces from rubbing together and causing damage.
What is a bursa?
Bursae usually occur over joints, particularly over friction and pressure points. The bursa provides a cushion between tissues such as the bones, muscles and tendons that surround a joint. This limits friction, distributing the stress of the joint movement and allowing it to move smoothly through a range of positions.
What happens in bursitis?
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