Bursitis Symptoms
- Joint pain and tenderness
- Swelling
- Warmth over the affected joint
More detailed information about Bursitis Symptoms
Pain and tenderness are common symptoms. If the affected joint is close to the skin, as
with the shoulder, knee, elbow, or Achilles tendon, swelling and redness are seen and the
area may feel warm to the touch. The bursae around the hip joint are deeper, and swelling
is not obvious. Movement may be limited and is painful. In the shoulder, it may be
difficult to raise the arm out from the side of the body. Putting on a jacket or combing
the hair becomes a troublesome activity.
In acute bursitis symptoms appear suddenly; with chronic bursitis, pain, tenderness,
and limited movement reappear after exercise or strain. |
