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Bursitis
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the disease?
Cushioning the part of the body affected or using stretching and warming exercises prior to exercise can sometimes prevent bursitis. Using a soft mattress cover or foam mattress can help prevent bursitis of the outer hip region.
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
Bursitis can become chronic causing scarring of the bursae and a limited range of motion.
What are the risks to others?
Bursitis is not contagious and does not put others at risk.