Shoulder bursitis is a condition in which the fluid filled sacs called bursae in the shoulder joint become inflamed and swollen and painful.
The bursae in your shoulder joint cushions the space between the bones and the tendons.
And when the bursae becomes irritated or injured it can result in pain and limited movement.
Shoulder bursitis can be caused by repetitive movements, overuse, injury or trauma, infections and other underlying conditions.
Underlying conditions like gout or arthritis can sometimes result in bursitis in the shoulder and other areas.
In rare cases bacteria can infect the bursa and cause inflammation.
And falls or direct blows to your shoulder can also cause bursitis.
Excessive use of your shoulder without proper rest can also lead to inflammation and bursitis.
And activities such as lifting, throwing or even painting can irritate your shoulder bursa and result in bursitis in the shoulder.
Symptoms of shoulder bursitis are pain, swelling and redness and reduced range of motion.
Pain with shoulder bursitis is often felt around the outside or the tip of the shoulder and it may worsen when your arm is touched or moved.
The area around your shoulder may also be swollen and red and it may be painful or even difficult to raise your arm or perform other movements.
Treatment for shoulder bursitis includes rest and ice, medications, physical therapy, injections and in some cases even surgery.
Resting the shoulder and applying ice to the shoulder can help to reduce inflammation and pain relievers and anti inflammatory medications can help manage the pain and swelling.
And exercises to improve your range of motion and strengthen the shoulder muscles can also be helpful.
And in some cases or shoulder bursitis, your doctor may need to inject some corticosteroids into your bursa to reduce inflammation and in rare cases surgery may be needed to drain or remove the bursa.