“What is the treatment for bursitis in the shoulder?”
I am a 38 year old male and I have bursitis in the shoulder. What is the treatment for bursitis in the shoulder?
8 Answers
First to reduce inflamation.
Treatment for bursitis in the shoulder is adjusting the spine and applying heat and cold laser.
Bursitis is inflammation of the bursa sac around the shoulder joint. Although, there are six bursas around the shoulder joint. Typically, electrical stimulation is used to decrease inflammation, and very gentle mobilization to reinforce full range of motion of the shoulder joint. Since motor control of the upper extremity comes from the neck, it is important to check proper neck alignment. It should be healed in 3 to 6 weeks with this natural approach.
A technique called Active Release Techniques works very well with shoulder bursitis. Go to Activerelease.com to find a provider near you.
Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC, MS
Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC, MS
I’d personally combine my chiropractic treatments with muscle activation, infrared light therapy and possibly an electrical muscle stimulation device.
Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) are licensed doctors who does diagnosis and either preforms and/or recommends treatment. That includes all areas of the neuromuscular system. The question is what is causing the problem with the area and that requires diagnosis. Diagnosis can't be done without an examination. If the cause is appropriate and responsive to conservative care then Chiropractic care with it's many therapeutic treatments is important and appropriate. Even if the problem has a permanent and/or structural component the treatments may still help, but may not totally eliminate the underlying cause. Don't wait to have the examination, as the sooner the problems is detected and treated the better.
Rest and stretch
There are many different treatment options for shoulder bursitis. Anti-inflammatory medication, cortisone injections, ice, and rest are the primary options in Medicine. In Chiropractic offices or Physical Therapists offices, we will perform tests of the muscles and joints to identify the specific structure that is causing the bursa (fluid filled sac) to be irritated and inflamed. Once the cause is identified, appropriate treatment will be applied. This usually involves ensuring the shoulder joints are functioning properly and are properly aligned. It also involves fixing any soft tissue like muscles or tendons that may be causing the problem.
