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Bursitis relief at the speed of light. Laser therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment that reduces inflammation, eases bursa stress, and improves joint and muscle function with minimal risk. This advanced therapy promotes natural healing, alleviates joint pain and stiffness, and enhances mobility.
If you want effective relief from bursitis symptoms and improved joint health, call 203-656-3636 today.
Bursitis Treatment Techniques at Core Health Darien
At Core Health Darien, bursitis care is personalized to each patient's needs. Dr. Brian McKay combines proven chiropractic methods with advanced therapies to relieve bursa inflammation and restore mobility. Treatments often include:
- Joint Adjustments – Gentle realignment of affected joints to reduce stress on the bursa and improve function.
- Active Release Technique – A specialized soft tissue method that releases muscle adhesions, reduces tension, and relieves stress on inflamed bursae.
These safe, non-invasive approaches provide lasting relief from bursitis pain and help restore quality of life.
Why is Core Health Your Best Chiropractic Choice?
Our immediate goal is to address the patients needs on a priority basis. It is vital to work within their comfort levels. A patient needs to be respected 100%. By that it is also important that our staff respect a patients time and money at all times.
We try to provide treatment that is safe, comfortable, and effective. When we are unable to deliver care that the patient responds to we will refer them out to the appropriate specialist. This is a standard approach that has worked out well and continues to do so.
Our immediate goal is to address the patients needs on a priority basis. It is vital to work within their comfort levels. A patient needs to be respected 100%. By that it is also important that our staff respect a patients time and money at all times.
We try to provide treatment that is safe, comfortable, and effective. When we are unable to deliver care that the patient responds to we will refer them out to the appropriate specialist. This is a standard approach that has worked out well and continues to do so.
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Bursitis
Bursitis occurs when the bursae, small fluid-filled sacs that cushion bones, tendons, and muscles near joints, become inflamed, often from overuse, trauma, repetitive movements, or prolonged pressure. This can cause aching pain, swelling, tenderness, or stiffness affecting daily activities. While conventional treatments often rely on rest, pain medications, or corticosteroid injections, chiropractic care offers a safe, effective alternative to manage symptoms.
Chiropractic care improves joint alignment, relieves stress on inflamed bursae, and restores mobility. This can reduce pain, ease inflammation, and support long-term joint and bursa health.
Chiropractic Care for Bursitis
Bursitis can cause persistent aching, tenderness, swelling, or stiffness that affects joints and surrounding areas, interfering with daily activities. While many rely on rest, medications, or injections, chiropractic care provides a safe, effective alternative or complement to traditional treatments. This section explains what chiropractic care is, how it helps bursitis, and what to expect during a session.
What is chiropractic care for bursitis?
Chiropractic care focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal issues that stress or inflame the bursae. Chiropractors identify joint misalignments, muscle imbalances, or biomechanical issues that contribute to bursa irritation.
Techniques often include joint adjustments, soft tissue therapy, instrument-assisted techniques, and therapeutic exercise. These methods restore alignment, reduce bursa stress, and improve joint and muscle function.
How does chiropractic care help bursitis?
Bursitis occurs when bursae are inflamed or irritated, causing pain and restricted movement. Chiropractic adjustments and soft tissue therapy relieve stress on the bursae, reduce inflammation, ease pain, and improve mobility. Many patients experience noticeable relief without relying on medication or injections.
How Do I Know if I Have Bursitis?
Bursitis causes more than typical joint discomfort. It often leads to aching pain, tenderness, swelling, or warmth in or around the affected joint. Symptoms may worsen with movement, pressure, or activity involving the affected area.
If you experience joint stiffness, difficulty moving the joint through its full range of motion, or pain that worsens at night, you may have bursitis. Common affected areas include the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and heel.
Difficulty performing daily activities like reaching overhead, kneeling, climbing stairs, or sleeping on the affected side are signs to consult a healthcare professional. Early diagnosis and treatment can reduce pain, restore function, and prevent chronic inflammation.
How We Treat Bursitis
When asked how chiropractors treat bursitis, the answer focuses on relieving stress on the inflamed bursae and restoring proper joint mechanics. Think of it like a cushion being repeatedly compressed in the wrong way—when pressure is uneven or excessive, inflammation develops.
Chiropractors use precise joint adjustments, soft tissue therapies, and corrective exercises to relieve stress on the bursae, improve biomechanics, and restore proper movement patterns. This helps reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness while improving joint function.
At Core Health Darien, we also address surrounding joint alignment and muscle balance. Correcting these structural issues reduces stress on the bursae and supports long-term relief and improved joint health.
Main Cause of Bursitis Pain
Most bursitis pain comes from inflammation of the bursae, often due to repetitive movements, prolonged pressure, overuse, trauma, or joint misalignment. This stress causes the bursa to swell and become irritated, resulting in pain and limited mobility.
Joints, muscles, and tendons work together to distribute force during movement. When alignment is off or muscles are imbalanced, excessive stress concentrates on the bursae, worsening inflammation and symptoms.
Think of the bursa like a shock absorber under constant pressure—when repeatedly stressed or compressed improperly, it causes pain and functional problems. Restoring proper alignment and reducing repetitive stress helps relieve inflammation and improve mobility.
Bursitis Relief with Chiropractic Care
Did your doctor explain how stress affects bursitis pain? Physical, chemical, and emotional stress impacts everyone. Stress triggers hormone releases like adrenaline, cortisol, and norepinephrine, which affect how the body responds to pain and inflammation.
Chronic stress keeps these hormones elevated, increasing inflammation and muscle tension, worsening aching, tenderness, or stiffness in the affected joint.
Chiropractic care helps by restoring joint alignment, relieving bursa stress, and promoting circulation to inflamed tissues. This approach promotes natural healing, reduces pain, and improves mobility for those suffering from bursitis.
What are the Main Types of Bursitis?
Shoulder Bursitis
This type occurs when the bursa between the rotator cuff and shoulder blade becomes inflamed, often from overhead activities or trauma. Common signs include:
- Shoulder pain, especially when lifting the arm
- Pain that worsens at night
- Tenderness on the outer shoulder
- Difficulty reaching overhead or behind the back
Hip Bursitis
Bursitis can also affect the bursa on the outer hip, often from prolonged pressure, repetitive movements, or lying on the affected side. Symptoms may include:
- Pain on the outer hip and thigh
- Tenderness when pressing on the hip
- Pain that worsens with walking, climbing stairs, or lying on the side
- Stiffness in the hip joint
Common Bursitis Stages
Early Stage of Bursitis Symptoms
Initially, symptoms may be mild and mistaken for general joint soreness. Patients might notice occasional aching, tenderness, or stiffness after activity. Early signs can persist for days or weeks before worsening.
Inflammation Stage of Bursitis Symptoms
As bursa inflammation increases, pain becomes more persistent and noticeable during movement or pressure on the affected area. Swelling may develop, and joint stiffness becomes more common. Activities that stress the bursa intensify discomfort.
Severe Pain Stage of Bursitis Symptoms
Pain becomes constant and significantly limits daily activities. Aching, throbbing, or sharp sensations affect movement and rest. Swelling may be visible, and even light pressure on the area causes pain. Sleep may be disrupted, especially if lying on the affected side.
Recovery or Chronic Stage of Bursitis Symptoms
With chiropractic care, rest, and proper rehabilitation, many patients experience gradual pain relief and restored function. Chronic bursitis may persist if inflammation continues without treatment or if repetitive stress patterns aren't addressed. Maintaining proper mechanics and follow-up care is crucial for long-term relief.
Bursitis FAQ's
Bursitis is inflammation of the bursae, small fluid-filled sacs that cushion bones, tendons, and muscles near joints. It causes pain, swelling, and tenderness, commonly affecting the shoulder, hip, elbow, and knee.
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Core Health Darien - Dr. Brian McKay
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