Bursitis
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Bursitis Treatment
Treatment for bursitis may include:
Rest
Cold compresses
Elevation
ACE bandage
Removal of fluid from the bursa
Physical therapy for bursitis
Occupational therapy
Medications:
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications
Corticosteroid
injections for bursitis
Oral
corticosteroids
Bursitis clinical trials
For more information:
Knee bursitis treatment
Elbow bursitis treatment
Shoulder bursitis treatment
Hip bursitis treatment
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Bursitis Treatment: Questions For Doctor
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Elbow bursitis
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Last Updated: Apr 7, 2008
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