Bursitis Treatments in Scottsdale

Do you have pain, swelling, or stiffness in your joints? It might be bursitis. This condition can make it hard to move and get through your day. At Comprehensive Pain Management in Scottsdale, we treat bursitis to help you feel better and move with ease.

What Is Bursitis?

Each joint in your body has small sacs filled with fluid. These are called bursae. They help reduce friction between bones, muscles, and tendons. When a bursa becomes swollen or irritated, it causes bursitis. That leads to pain, tightness, and trouble moving the joint. Bursitis often shows up in the hip, elbow, knee, shoulder, or heel, but it can affect other joints too.

Types of Bursitis

Here are common types of bursitis and what they feel like:

  • Trochanteric bursitis is pain on the outer hip that gets worse when walking or lying on that side.
  • Prepatellar bursitis causes pain and swelling at the front of the knee, often from kneeling.
  • Olecranon bursitis leads to swelling at the tip of the elbow, which gets worse with movement or pressure.
  • Retrocalcaneal bursitis is pain behind the heel that worsens with long periods of walking or standing.
  • Pes anserine bursitis causes pain on the inner knee, especially when climbing stairs or walking a lot.

Note: Bursitis can affect other joints too, not just these common areas.

Signs You Might Have Bursitis

  • The joint feels sore or painful
  • Swelling or redness in the area
  • Hard to move the joint
  • The joint feels warm to the touch
  • Pain gets worse with movement or pressure

If you’re noticing these symptoms, don’t wait. Get checked by a specialist in Scottsdale to see if bursitis is the cause.

How We Treat Bursitis in Scottsdale

The first and most important step is to get the right diagnosis. Knowing exactly what’s causing your pain helps us choose the best treatment for you.

At Comprehensive Pain Management, we offer several options to relieve your symptoms and help you heal:

Regenerative Medicine

Boosts your body’s own healing power to calm inflammation and repair tissues.

Trigger Point Injections

Loosens tight muscles that may be causing pain near the joint.

Epidural Injections

Delivers strong anti-inflammatory medication right to the area causing pain.

Radiofrequency Ablation

Uses heat to block pain signals from nerves, giving long-lasting relief.

Discseel® Procedure

A non-surgical method to fix disc problems that may be causing bursitis-related pain.

Physical Therapy

Custom exercises to improve how your joints move, build strength, and avoid future pain.

What Causes Bursitis?

Different joints have different causes. Here are a few:

Type of Bursitis

Common Causes

Outer hip bursitis

Repeated movement, injury, or arthritis

Knee bursitis

Too much kneeling or impact to the knee

Elbow bursitis

Leaning on the elbow or bumping it

Heel bursitis

Overuse, tight tendons, or poor footwear

Inner knee bursitis

Extra weight or poor joint alignment

How We Diagnose Bursitis

Our team at CPM in Scottsdale will start with a full exam. We check your joint for swelling, tenderness, and movement. If needed, we use X-rays, MRIs, or ultrasound to rule out other problems and confirm bursitis.

Effective Bursitis Treatment in Scottsdale

If you’re looking for safe and proven bursitis care, we’re here to help. Our treatments are designed to match your condition and get you back to your normal life. Book your appointment today to take the first step toward relief.

FAQs about Bursitis Treatment in Scottsdale

A pain or joint specialist can diagnose and treat bursitis properly.

Rest, anti-inflammatory meds, physical therapy, or injections often help most.

Treatment is usually affordable, and many plans cover the cost.

Yes, most people get better with non-surgical treatments and care.

Home care helps mild cases, but see a doctor if it doesn’t improve.

Yes, the right treatment can ease pain and help you walk better.

Dr. James KellerShabrokh

Dr. James KellerShabrokh is a board-certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, focusing on spine, joint, muscle, and nerve injuries. He combines rehabilitative care, minimally invasive procedures, and preventive strategies to restore function, improve mobility, and provide long-term pain relief.