Have you noticed a dull, aching pain in your hip, shoulder, or knee? Does the joint appear red or swollen? While there are many reasons to experience joint pain, these particular symptoms can point to bursitis. Fortunately, physical therapy at Kaizen Physical Therapy can help you find lasting bursitis pain relief!
Bursitis affects the bursae, small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion your joints. Inflammation in the bursae can lead to persistent pain and stiffness in the joint. While living with bursitis can be frustrating, the right treatment plan can reduce discomfort, improve mobility, and prevent flare-ups.
The physical therapists at our Seattle, WA clinic have extensive experience helping people manage bursitis. Keep reading to learn more about this condition and some of the ways we’ll help you find relief!
A Deeper Dive into the Symptoms and Causes of Bursitis
While bursitis can develop in any joint, it most commonly affects the shoulders, hips, elbows, and knees. Repetitive movements or pressure put excessive strain on the bursae, leading to irritation and inflammation.
Bursitis generally develops due to repetitive motions or prolonged posture on a joint. Activities like gardening or running can both irritate the bursae, as they require repetitive joint movements.
Common symptoms of bursitis include the following:
- Joint pain
- Tenderness around the joint
- Sharp pain during movement or when the joint is pressed
- Restricted mobility
Effective Bursitis Pain Relief with Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is one of the most effective approaches for managing bursitis pain and improving overall joint function. At Kaizen Physical Therapy, our treatment approach focuses on relieving pain, reducing inflammation, and addressing the root causes that contribute to your bursitis.
First, we’ll conduct a thorough assessment to understand the extent of your bursitis and the specific factors affecting your joint health. This personalized approach ensures we can tailor the treatment plan to your needs and deliver the best possible outcomes.
We pull from several techniques to help you find bursitis pain relief, including the following:
Manual Therapy
- Manual therapy techniques, such as joint mobilization and soft tissue manipulation, help reduce pain, improve mobility, and promote the body’s healing processes.
Therapeutic Exercise
- Targeted exercises are one of the primary strategies for bursitis pain relief. We’ll show you exercises to help strengthen the muscles surrounding the affected joint, which reduces strain on the bursae and supports better movement. Mobility exercises can also help restore your joint’s range of motion.
Activity Modification
- We’ll provide information about modifying your daily activities to prevent further irritation. Simple changes like adjusting your posture or using ergonomic tools can help prevent future flare-ups.
Struggling with Bursitis Pain? Schedule an Appointment Today!
Don’t let bursitis keep you from living a healthy, active life! Call Kaizen Physical Therapy to set up an initial assessment so we can provide you with a personalized treatment program to help address your pain and get you back to the activities you love.
