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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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What is bursitis of the shoulder joint (BPL) and what is its danger? The fact is that when working, the bones, muscles and ligaments are able to rub.
To prevent this process from being painful and unpleasant, a special liquid is released. So, near each joint there is a so-called bursa, in which this liquid forms. During the overstrain of the joints, it can inflame and bring a number of unpleasant sensations to a person.
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Causes of bursitis of the shoulder joint
Do you know the main causes of bursitis of the shoulder joint and how to distinguish it from other diseases? Often, such a phenomenon occurs with excessive "use" of this joint. This is due to injury, in general the cause of the inflammation of the synovial bag lies in the repetition of the same physical exercise or load. So, when playing golf, it's pretty easy to get a BPL. Even the ordinary standing on the knees during harvesting can provoke inflammation of the knee bursa. Therefore, care must be taken everywhere. To notice that, something is not so simple enough. There may be swelling, decreased mobility and a whole series of unpleasant sensations.
Symptoms of bursitis of the shoulder joint
How to determine if inflammation has occurred and whether there are certain symptoms of bursitis of the shoulder joint? To feel that, something is not so simple enough. First, there will be visual signs of inflammation. So it can be redness, and swelling. In general, everything is accompanied by pain, especially when the hand moves abruptly. In addition, the movement will be somewhat limited, because all this can be accompanied by a number of unpleasant sensations. In any case, if such symptoms are found, it is worth consulting a doctor, because everything can be not so harmless.
Limb bursitis of the shoulder joint
It occurs in the same cases as the common inflammation of the synovial bag. This can be facilitated by playing sports and even too lively games. Getting a dislocation or injury is quite simple. The main thing is to notice in time that something is wrong and go to the reception to an experienced specialist. Especially if LTP is accompanied by swelling and redness. After all, in fact, it may turn out that everything is much more serious than imagined. Therefore, do not once again take chances. In this there is nothing to worry about, but, nevertheless, assistance must be provided in a timely manner.
Subacromial bursitis of the shoulder joint
What is a subacromial bursitis of the shoulder joint? It must be understood that absolutely any movement of the tendons and bones is always accompanied by friction. But the fact is that this process is often mitigated by a special liquid that is in a special "bag". So, when there is inflammation of the bursa, this fluid is not released. This "handbag", for some period begins to be under constant pressure, whence comes the riches of unpleasant sensations. That is why timely medical help can weaken this pressure. Thus, a person can again return to the usual kind of activity. After all, the inflammation of the synovial shoulder bag delivers a lot of unpleasant sensations.
Sublattoide bursitis of the shoulder joint
How to distinguish sublatte-shaped bursitis of the shoulder joint? In fact, it's only an experienced doctor who can determine what really happened. Otherwise, say something is too difficult. After all, the kinds of inflammation of the synovial bag are quite numerous and each of them is characterized by something special. So, in this case the pain appears not only in the entire arm, but also in the shoulder. And it is so sharp that a person is able to cope with it, only with the help of good analgesic tablets. You can not leave business alone. Should, immediately seek help from an experienced specialist. The situation that has arisen can lead to serious consequences.
Ossifying bursitis of the shoulder joint
What is characterized by ossifying bursitis of the shoulder joint? In fact, there is no special difference between all kinds of inflammation of the synovial bag. In this case, it is necessary to pay attention to the nature of pain. It can be both aching and cutting. In the latter case, the hospital will have to go without fail. After all, it can be some kind of complication. Also, the picture is the same. Redness, swelling, pain in the shoulder, which gives into the muscles of the hand. It is desirable to immediately begin to take measures to eliminate pain. After all, if you do not, you can easily aggravate the situation. .
Subcoracoidal bursitis of the shoulder joint
How can I determine the subcoracoidal bursitis of the shoulder joint? In this case, everything is not so difficult. However, if you do not provide timely assistance, then some unpleasant feelings may arise. Therefore, to delay visiting a doctor is meaningless. The fact is that with the inflammation of the synovial bag there are almost all athletes and people who do monotonous work. BPL is very quickly inflamed and there is nothing special to do. Therefore, if it is a question of strong physical exertion, it is advisable to give rest to the muscles, so that no unpleasant sensations appear in the future.
Calculous bursitis of the shoulder joint
How is it characterized and how to help the victim? Symptoms are the same, inflammation, swelling and pain. Only in some cases the pain is so strong that it is difficult for a person to cope with it alone. In this case, you need immediate help from a specialist. It is foolish to let this situation happen, it will entail unpleasant feelings and even complications in the future. Therefore, if you have any symptoms, you should immediately seek help from a specialist. Inflammation of the synovial shoulder bag requires immediate elimination.
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Diagnosis of bursitis of the shoulder joint
How is bursitis diagnosed in the shoulder joint? For an experienced physician to determine the presence of inflammation is fairly simple. First of all, he will conduct an ordinary inspection and, according to visual signs, will say what he is dealing with. Distinguishing BPL from other inflammatory phenomena is quite simple. But what if you can not immediately understand what it is? In this case, the same X-ray is used. After the "disease" is diagnosed, it is necessary to proceed to options for its treatment. Leaving everything, as it really is not possible, because this can lead to various consequences in the future. Inflammation of the synovial shoulder bag requires treatment.
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How can you recognize the disease?
In fact, everything is elementary. As soon as the bursa becomes inflamed, the person will immediately feel it. There will be a number of unpleasant symptoms, both visual and internal. BPL is accompanied by a sharp pain, the moment when a person tries to move a hand. Moreover, you can notice redness, and even swelling. Why is this happening? The fact is that any friction of ligaments or bones is accompanied by wetting with a special liquid. It is located just in the bursa, if it is inflamed, then there is some pressure. It is necessary to correct the situation unequivocally, in order not to aggravate the course of the "disease".
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Treatment of bursitis of the shoulder joint
How is bursitis treated? In order to ease the pain, the victim can drink any anesthetic. But this will not be enough to relieve swelling and inflammation, you will have to buy a special ointment. A special recipe for purchasing these funds is not needed. After all, all that needs to be done first is to relieve pain and swelling. Then you should go to the doctor. He, in turn, will make an examination and write out recommendations for the care and rehabilitation of the joint. Sometimes the application of a tire is required, so that the joint is fixed and does not bring the victim unnecessary pain. Therefore, if a person has inflammation of the synovial shoulder bag, it is absolutely necessary to go to a doctor.
As a rule, direct medical treatment is used. What does it represent? To remove pain and inflammation in general, it is necessary to use anti-inflammatory drugs. These include analgesics and any hormonal drugs. Only here to use them yourself without the knowledge of the doctor is not recommended. These medications are usually taken orally. For local effects, ointments and gels are used, it is important that they contain painkillers and anti-inflammatories. Ointment Ichthyol will perfectly suit, it is capable to remove an inflammation. Do not forget about Finalgel, Febrofid and Fastum. These ointments can also be used on their own, without consulting a doctor.
If it is a purulent inflammation of the synovial bag, then in this case everything is somewhat more complicated. It is necessary to make a puncture and remove the pathological contents. This procedure is performed only by the attending physician. If it is a question of bacterial etiology, antibiotics can not be avoided. In addition to medical treatment, physiotherapy is also used. It is a procedure aimed at treating the shoulder. But they are appointed only if the BPL has a chronic form.
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Prevention of bursitis of the shoulder joint
What does prevention of bursitis of the shoulder joint mean? It is necessary to significantly reduce the burden on the affected joint. Therefore, it will be necessary to refrain from exercises and many common activities. If there is a risk of getting such inflammation, then it is worth giving the body a little rest. Excessive physical exertion can lead to this phenomenon. This must be understood, and if it is a question of monotonous work, then it should be alternated with rest. After all, in particularly serious cases, it will be necessary to give up the usual kind of activity for a long time. Therefore, do not overload the body. Inflammation of the synovial shoulder bag can bring a lot of unpleasant sensations.
Forecast
What is the prognosis of bursitis of the shoulder joint and is it not dangerous? In general, this coincidence is quite normal. Because people involved in physical work are difficult to avoid injuries. Naturally, in most cases the forecast is positive. But much depends on the nature of the injury. If a person does not ask for help on time, then there may be some problems. After all, in most cases it is necessary to superimpose the tire. The joint needs rest, and without this "device" you can not do without. In general, there is nothing terrible in this. Some procedures, medical treatment and after a time a person can again perform the work that is usual for him. Bursitis of the shoulder joint is not a terrible phenomenon, if we start fighting it in time.