What is Bursitis, or what is a Bursa?  A bursa is located in the joint, it is a sack like object that has lubricant inside.  It acts has a shock absorber for the joint and allows for the tendons and ligaments to glide and function smoothly.

The most common form of Bursitis I see in the clinic is in the Shoulder.  The clinical name is:  Subacromial Bursitis.  What are some of the symptoms?

• Pain gradually gets worse over time
• Pain on the outside of the shoulder
• Pain can refer down the arm, into the bicep
• Shoulder catches as you raise the arm above your head

To definitely know you have Bursitis is to have an ultrasound, once you have the verdict a thorough treatment plan is needed to address the situation and create a context to work from.

As movement is impacted the body will start to compensate and as a result, other muscles will start to become tight and sore, potentially causing problems elsewhere.