 Leg Stress Fracture, Tibia |
| Liver Injury |
| Neck Dislocation |
| Neck Fracture |
| Neck Sprain |
| Neck Strain |
| Nose Injury |
| Pelvis Strain, Hip-Trunk |
| Pelvis Strain, Ischium |
| Perineum Contusion |
| Rib Dislocation |
| Rib Fracture |
| Rib Sprain |
| Rib Strain |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Bursitis |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Contusion |
| Shoulder-Blade Fracture, Acromion |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Coracoid Process |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Glenoid Fossa |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Neck |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Strain |
| Shoulder Bursitis, Gleno-Humeral |
| Shoulder Bursitis, Subacromial |
| Shoulder Contusion |
| Shoulder Dislocation |
| Shoulder Sprain, Acromio-Clavicular |
| Shoulder Sprain, Gleno-Humeral |
| Shoulder Strain |
| Shoulder Tendinitis & Tenosynovitis |
| Skin Abrasion |
| Skin Laceration |
| Skin Puncture Wound |
| Spine Fracture, Lower Thoracic & Lumber Region |
| Spine Fracture, Sacrum |
| Spine Fracture, Tailbone |
| Spine Stress-Fracture, Neck or Back |
| Spleen Rupture |
| Thigh-Bone Fracture |
| Thigh Contusion |
| Thigh Hematoma |
| Thigh Injury, Hamstring |
| Thigh Strain, Quadriceps |
| Thigh Strain |
| Thumb Fracture |
| Thumb Sprain |
| Toe Dislocation |
| Toe Exostosis |
| Toe Fracture |
| Tooth Injury & loss |
| Wrist Contusion |
| Wrist Dislocation, Lunate |
| Wrist Dislocation, Radius or Ulna |
| Wrist Ganglion |
| Wrist Sprain |
| Wrist Strain |
| Wrist Tenosynovitis |
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Shoulder Bursitis, Gleno-Humeral
Inflammation of one of the bursas in the shoulder. Bursitis may vary in degree from mild irritation to an abscess formation that causes excruciating pain.
Body Parts Involved
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Gleno-humeral joint or other shoulder joint.
- Bursa (soft sacs filled with lubricating fluid that facilitate motion in the shoulder).
- Soft tissue surrounding the shoulder, including nerves, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels (both large vessels and capillaries), periosteum (the outside lining of bone) and muscles.
Causes
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Injury to the shoulder.
- Acute or chronic infection.
- Arthritis.
- Gout.
- Unknown (frequently).
Signs & Symptoms
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Shoulder pain, especially when moving the shoulder.
- Tenderness.
- Swelling.
- Redness (sometimes) over the affected bursa.
- Fever if infection is present.
- Limitation of shoulder motion.
Treatment
Note:- Follow your doctor's instructions. These instructions are supplemental.
First Aid
None. This problem develops slowly.
Continuing Care
- Use ice massage. Fill a large Styrofoam cup with water and freeze. Tear a small amount of foam the top so ice protrudes. Massage
firmly over the injured area in a circle about the size of a softball. Do this for 15 minutes at a
time,3 or 4 times a day, and before workouts or competition.
- Apply heat instead of ice, if it feels better. Use heat lamps, hot soaks, hot showers, heating pads, or
heat liniments or ointments. Sometimes heat
makes pain worse. If so, discontinue and use ice only.
- Use a sling to support the shoulder joint, if
needed.
- Elevate the shoulder above the level of the
heart to reduce swelling and prevent
accumulation of fluid. Use pillows for propping.
- Gentle massage will frequently provide comfort and decrease swelling.
Medication
Your doctor may prescribe:
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Prescription pain relievers for severe pain.
Use non-prescription aspirin, acetaminophen or
ibuprofen (available under many trade names)
for mild pain.
- Your doctor may inject the inflamed bursa
with a long-lasting local anesthetic mixed with a corticosteroid drug, such as triamcinolone.
Home Diet
Eat a well-balanced diet that includes
extra protein, such as meat, fish, poultry, cheese, milk and eggs. Increase fiber and fluid
intake to prevent constipation that may result
from decreased activity. Your doctor may
suggest vitamin and mineral supplements to
promote healing.
Diagnostic Measures
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Your own observation of symptoms.
- Medical history and physical exam by a doctor.
- X-rays of the shoulder.
Prevention Tips
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Use protective gear for contact Sports.
- Warm up adequately before athletic practice, or competition.
- Wear warm clothing in cold weather.
- To prevent recurrence, continue to wear extra protection over the shoulder until healing is complete.
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