Description
A bursa is a sac of clear fluid and part of a joint that allows the tendons to move more easily over and between the bones of the joint. The greater trochanteric bursa lies over the hip joint. Bursitis is inflammation of the bursa. It can occur without any identifiable reason. Other causes include trauma, arthritis, and infection.
Symptoms
Symptoms include pain, decreased motion, swelling, redness, tenderness.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Usually the diagnosis can be made without additional testing. An X-ray, MRI or blood test may be performed to rule out other causes of pain.
Tests:
Complete blood count (CBC), Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray
Other Specific Tests: c reactive protein (CRP),
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Usually the diagnosis can be made without additional testing. An X-ray, MRI or blood test may be performed to rule out other causes of pain.
Tests:
Complete blood count (CBC), Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray
Other Specific Tests: c reactive protein (CRP),
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
Treatment
Treatment includes: rest, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications/NSAIDs (ibuprofen/Motrin or Advil, naproxen/Naprosyn or Aleve), acetaminophen (Tylenol), and/or corticosteroid injection.