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Bursitis primary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Effective measures for the primary prevention of bursitis include maintaining a healthy weight, taking regular breaks from repetitive tasks, using foam for kneeling and elbow pads, and practicing good posture and body positioning.[1]
Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
Effective measures for the primary prevention of bursitis include:[1]
- Regular exercise
- Doing warm-ups or stretches before physical activity
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Strengthening muscles around the joint
- Taking breaks from repetitive tasks
- Using foam for kneeling or elbow pads
- Refraining from sitting still for long periods of time
- Practicing good posture and positioning the body properly when going about daily activities
References
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin disease. Bursitis. http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Bursitis/default.asp Accessed August 25, 2016
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sara Mehrsefat, M.D. [2]