Bursitis in the wrist is inflammation of the bursa which are tiny sacs of fluid that result in pain and swelling in the hand or wrist.
Bursitis in the wrist is most often temporary but might involve repeated incidents of bursitis with swelling and pain.
Most cases of wrist bursitis can be relieved with conservative treatment, such as rest, ice or cold therapy, anti-inflammatory medication and a compression bandage to help reduce swelling, and surgery is not usually necessary.
Things that cause bursitis in the wrist include.
Previous surgery or injury to the wrist.
Trauma, such as a hard fall on the wrist.
Bacterial infection, called septic bursitis.
Inflammatory autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, lupus, and gout.
Thyroid conditions.
Bone spurs from osteoarthritis.
Weak wrist muscles.
Bursitis is a painful condition that affects the small, fluid-filled sacs — called bursae (bur-SEE) — that cushion the bones, tendons and muscles near your joints.
Bursitis occurs when bursae become inflamed.
The most common locations for bursitis are in the shoulder, elbow and hip.
The symptoms of bursitis include.
Shoulder. Pain when raising arms above head. Discomfort worsens at night. Decreased range of motion.
Elbow. Increased pain if the elbow is bent. Infection is common in this bursa.
Hip. Pain while walking. Tenderness in groin area.
Knee. Swelling on the front of the kneecap. Pain when knee is bent.
The best ways to treat bursitis include.
Rest, Ice, Heat, Compression, and Elevation. Doctors recommend a combination of rest, ice, compression, and elevation, called the RICE regimen, for several weeks after diagnosis.
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs.
Physical Therapy.
Acupuncture.