Over 150 of the fluid-filled sacs known as “bursae” cushion the movement between bones, tendons, and muscles near joints. As a result of repetitive movement, traumatic injury, or arthritis, the bursae may become inflamed, causing a painful condition known as “bursitis.” The most common areas for bursitis to occur are the shoulders, elbows, knees, hips, heels (Achilles), and toes, which become tender and difficult to move. In cases of acute bursitis, the onset of pain is sudden; chronic bursitis manifests symptoms of pain and limited movement after exercise or strain. Because bursitis will not show up on X-rays, a careful physical examination is needed to make a diagnosis, after which manipulation of the joint may help relieve pressure.
P.S. While we are born with most of the bursae we have, some may form later in life in response to repeated pressure upon a joint.
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