Magnetic Health Therapy - Bursitis
Definition:
Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa (small fluid-filled pad that act as a cushion among your bones, tendons and muscles near your joints).
Bursitis commonly occurs in the following areas: the shoulders, elbows or hips, knee, heel and the base of your big toe. Bursitis is often is often seen in joints that perform repetitive motion.
Symptoms:
1. Joint achiness or stiffness
2. The joint hurts more when you move it or press on it
3. The joint looks swollen and red
Causes:
Common causes of bursitis are repetitive movements or body movements that irritate the bursa around a joint. These may include:
1. Repeated throwing motions such as in baseball
2. Lifting something over your head repeatedly
3. Leaning on your elbows for long periods of time
4. Extensive kneeling - such as laying carpet or doing housework by scrubbing floors
5. Prolonged sitting, particularly on hard surfaces
Risk factors:
Age: Bursitis is more commonly seen during middle age.
Occupation/Hobbies: Jobs or hobbies, which requires repetitive motion or pressure on the bursa will increase the risk of developing bursitis. Examples include:
1. Carpet laying
2. Tile setting
3. Gardening
4. Bicycling
5. Baseball
6. Ice skating
The following conditions can increase your risk of developing bursitis:
1. Rheumatoid arthritis
2. Osteoarthritis
3. Gout
4. Thyroid disease
5. Diabetes
Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa (small fluid-filled pad that act as a cushion among your bones, tendons and muscles near your joints).
Bursitis commonly occurs in the following areas: the shoulders, elbows or hips, knee, heel and the base of your big toe. Bursitis is often is often seen in joints that perform repetitive motion.
Symptoms:
1. Joint achiness or stiffness
2. The joint hurts more when you move it or press on it
3. The joint looks swollen and red
Causes:
Common causes of bursitis are repetitive movements or body movements that irritate the bursa around a joint. These may include:
1. Repeated throwing motions such as in baseball
2. Lifting something over your head repeatedly
3. Leaning on your elbows for long periods of time
4. Extensive kneeling - such as laying carpet or doing housework by scrubbing floors
5. Prolonged sitting, particularly on hard surfaces
Risk factors:
Age: Bursitis is more commonly seen during middle age.
Occupation/Hobbies: Jobs or hobbies, which requires repetitive motion or pressure on the bursa will increase the risk of developing bursitis. Examples include:
1. Carpet laying
2. Tile setting
3. Gardening
4. Bicycling
5. Baseball
6. Ice skating
The following conditions can increase your risk of developing bursitis:
1. Rheumatoid arthritis
2. Osteoarthritis
3. Gout
4. Thyroid disease
5. Diabetes
MAGNETIC HEALTH THERAPY: CAN IT HELP WITH BURSITIS?
Bursitis is caused by inflammation. Research studies have shown that magnetic therapy can decrease inflammation and swelling while improving joint function. Clinical trials have demonstrated therapeutic magnets can help with pain relief. Don't let bursitis keep you from enjoying life! Our magnetic therapy products can be placed comfortably on the area of pain to maximize relief. Experience natural pain relief without the side effects!
Bursitis is caused by inflammation. Research studies have shown that magnetic therapy can decrease inflammation and swelling while improving joint function. Clinical trials have demonstrated therapeutic magnets can help with pain relief. Don't let bursitis keep you from enjoying life! Our magnetic therapy products can be placed comfortably on the area of pain to maximize relief. Experience natural pain relief without the side effects!
