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Bursitis isn’t just a disease that affects the elderly, although it’s more common as you age. It can affect anyone with a taxing job, poor sleeping habits or growing infections. When you have pain in your shoulder, get it examined right away by an expert at the Spine & Rehab Group in New York City and northern New Jersey.
You receive an expert diagnosis and individualized shoulder bursitis treatment, if in fact that’s what your doctor determines you have. Knowing the precise cause of your pain allows you and your spine specialist to develop the best treatment plan for you. Call today for an appointment.
Shoulder bursitis is a painful condition that can happen when excess fluid builds up in the bursa, which are the sac-like structures that provide cushioning between your bones and joint tissue. When the bursa in the shoulder become irritated and inflamed, you may experience pain and reduced range of motion in your shoulder.
It’s always a good idea to find out the cause of your shoulder pain or mobility problems rather than trying to ignore them. Other causes of shoulder pain besides shoulder bursitis include shoulder tendinitis and frozen shoulder. Each type of condition requires a different type of treatment, and you must see a spine specialist for an accurate diagnosis before treatment can begin.
The sooner you see your spine doctor, the sooner you’ll find relief and prevent further complications. Since the shoulder is directly related to your spine, you need the expertise of Dr. Amr Hosny and his talented team of experts. Find the offices of the Spine & Rehab Group in New York City at the Financial District, Greenwich Village and Midtown Manhattan. In New Jersey, visit your spine doctor for the best bursitis shoulder treatment in Bergen County, Morris County and Union County.
Amr Hosny, MD, MBA, FASA
David Chu, MD, FAAPMR
Vivek Mehta, MD, FAAPMR
Deepali Gupta, MD, DABA, DABPM
Overuse and repetitive movement of your shoulder joint is the most common cause of shoulder bursitis. Chronic bursitis can develop over time because of repeated irritation of the bursa. Other causes include:
Some medical conditions increase the risk of developing bursitis. These include:
Pain around the outside of your shoulder joint may be a sign of shoulder bursitis. You may feel achy or stiff. Other signs of bursitis you may experience include:
Pain may be worse at night, especially if you lie on the affected shoulder. If your bursitis is caused by an infection, you may have an accompanying fever. If the cause is a traumatic injury, you may experience rapid swelling and bruising. If this happens, seek medical attention right away.
Your doctor can diagnose shoulder bursitis from a physical exam, which may be combined with x-rays, an MRI or lab tests. Treatment for shoulder bursitis depends on the cause and severity of your injury. In mild cases, your symptoms may improve with interventional techniques, such as over-the-counter pain relievers, rest and ice. Other treatment options include:
If symptoms don’t improve, your doctor may recommend a steroid injection. This can help reduce the swelling and discomfort on a temporary basis, and the treatment can be repeated if necessary. Surgery isn’t usually needed for bursitis, but if your symptoms don’t improve after using a conservative approach to treatment, your spine doctor has other alternatives.
Very personable and patient staff. I've been going for about 2 months for shoulder pain and everybody at The Spine & Rehab Group has been a joy to work with as I get better. I've been through Physical Therapy once before in my life and I know it's a long and frustrating process. Here they make it easy by treating me like a friend. Definitely recommend!
Mark V. ★★★★★It's difficult not to give Dr. Hosny and his physical therapy staff a 5-star rating. I received personalized care and support for my shoulder bursitis recovery, which is not an easy road for me personally. I am well on my way to full recovery, function, and strength thanks to Dr. Hosny and the Spine and Rehab Therapists!
Hudson P.Bursitis shoulder treatment is best provided by experts in the field of joint pain and rehabilitation. For treatment in New York City and northern New Jersey, consult the team at the Spine & Rehab Group. These award-winning doctors with multiple board certifications provide prompt one-on-one care to accurately identify the cause of your shoulder pain and make an individualized plan for treatment.
Besides in your shoulder, inflammation of the bursa most commonly occurs in the knee or hip, leading to knee bursitis or hip bursitis. For relief of shoulder pain, knee pain, hip pain or back pain, schedule an appointment with the Spine & Rehab Group. With a commitment to helping you get back to a pain-free life, they offer convenient locations, as well as some same-day and next-day appointments. Contact the nearest office today for an appointment to have your shoulder examined.
Dr. Hosny is a distinguished physician, educator, and healthcare leader with a commitment to advancing health equity and accessibility in the rapidly evolving landscape of modern healthcare. After completing his residency at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center, affiliated with Columbia University in New York City, he pursued an Interventional Spine Fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, part of Harvard Medical School in Boston, MA.
Dr. Hosny has held prominent roles in academic medicine, including serving as an Associate Clinical Professor at New York Medical College and as the Interventional Spine Fellowship Program Director. These positions reflect his dedication to mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals and advancing the field of interventional spine care.
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