
Knee bursitis is a condition that can make tasks difficult—from doing your favorite activity to everyday minor movements, the pain felt in the knees can hinder your performance. For those experiencing knee bursitis in New Jersey, it is important to learn the causes and treatment options.
Our team of board-certified doctors provides conservative, non-surgical, and regenerative treatments to heal sports injuries and relieve pain. Our offices are located in Westfield and West Orange, New Jersey, and serve all of Union county, Morris county, Middlesex county, and Somerset county including the surrounding towns of Cranford, Garwood, Clark, Scotch Plains, Mountainside, Springfield, Summit, Chatham, Millburn, Short Hills, Maplewood, Watchung, Berkeley Heights, Livingston, Union, Edison, Woodbridge, and Elizabeth. If you suspect that you have knee bursitis, don’t hesitate to call Genesis Orthopaedic and Spine or request an appointment online today.
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What Is Knee Bursitis?
Bursae is a tiny, fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between moving parts in your body’s joints. It provides a cushion between the joints so that, when in movement, they glide smoothly. When the bursa is infected or irritated, it leads to a condition known as bursitis.
What Are the Symptoms of Bursitis?
You may be suffering from bursitis if you experience the following symptoms:
- Knee pain. When walking or getting up from a seated position or the other way around, you might feel pain around the knee.
- Swelling. After repeatedly forcing the joint to operate without the cushion, the area might get swollen.
- Redness. Likewise, when there is friction in the joints, it can produce redness on the area.
- Difficult in movement. Pain might make it difficult for you to move, especially going up the stairs, for example.
What Causes Bursitis in New Jersey?
There are several factors that can lead to bursitis, including:
- Exercise or your job. Athletes or weekend warriors, performers, or individuals with jobs that require repetitive motions are prone to developing an inflamed bursa.
- An accident. The bursae might get inflamed if it receives a sudden impact or injury like a fall or a blow.
- An infection. Although less common, puncture wounds might lead to infectious bursitis.
- A medical condition. Rheumatoid arthritis, for example, can result in bursitis.
What Treatments Are Available for Knee Bursitis in New Jersey?
Genesis Orthopaedic and Spine specializes in non-surgical knee treatments. The team will evaluate your symptoms and choose the most fitting pain management treatments for you, as well as offer suggestions for lifestyle changes that contribute to minimizing the pain.
Our treatments for knee bursitis in New Jersey include:
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections
- Prolotherapy (trigger point injections)
- Oral medications
- Exercise and physical therapy
- Back braces
- Radiofrequency ablation
- Epidural injections
- Percutaneous discectomy
- Sacroiliac joint injections
- Facet joint injections
- Lipogems & BMAC (bone marrow aspirate concentrate)
Our specialized treatments aim to help you recover with as few complications as possible. When visiting our offices, your provider will thoroughly explain what you can expect during the process and answer any questions you may have.
If knee bursitis is impeding your life in any way, don’t hesitate to call Genesis Orthopaedic and Spine or book an evaluation online today.