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"Bursitis This inflammation of one or more of the seventy-eight bursas in the body is known by many colorful names: housemaid's knee (infrapatellar bursitis), weavers' bottom (ischial bursitis), students' or miners' elbow (olecranal bursitis), police officer's heel (subcalcaneal bursitis), even manure shovelers' hip (trochanteric bursitis). The bursas are fluid-filled sacs found in areas such as bony prominences, the shoulder, elbow, and front of knee. The bursas act as shock absorbers protecting the underlying bone or tendon." - Arthur C. Upton, M.D., Staying Healthy in a Risky Environment: The New York University Medical Center Family Guide (Get the book.)

"The elbow is also associated with bursitis. Bursitis mostly affects weekend athletes or people with desk jobs who spend a Saturday doing some manual labor around the yard or house. But it doesn't have to be hard labor or heavy lifting that brings on bursitis. You can get it from too much Nintendo, or from bowling. To put it simply, bursitis is overuse of the shoulder or elbow." - American Medical Publishing, Proven Health Tips Encyclopedia (Get the book.)

"Arthritis (osteoarthritis, gout, pseudogout, tendinitis, bursitis) ?Osteoporosis ?Gum disease and tooth loss ?Obesity ?Diabetes ?Heart disease ?Metabolic syndrome ?Autoimmune diseases (multiple sclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosis) ?Cancer iviubi ui us inb«u way iviute vnamin u If you saw things on the preceding list that you deal with daily or weekly, get ready for some great news: all of these health problems (and many others) are related to vitamin D deficiency, and they can be helped by raising your vitamin D levels." - James Dowd and Diane Stafford, The Vitamin D Cure (Get the book.)

"Bursitis and Tendinitis jfrying to figure out whether you have a case of bursitis or of tendinitis is a bit like an anatomical whodunit. Whether the culprit is a fluid-filled bursa or a wiry tendon, your first clue is in the pain. Is it sharp or dull? Although bursitis and tendinitis are often lumped together, they are actually two distinct types of inflammation. A dull, persistent pain nagging at a joint could signal bursitis—swelling and inflammation of bursae, small, fluid-filled sacs that help muscles and tendons glide smoothly and prevent them from being inflamed by the underlying bone." - the Editors of PREVENTION, The Doctors Book of Home Remedies II: Over 1,200 New Doctor-Tested Tips and Techniques Anyone Can Use to Heal Hundreds of Everyday Health Problems (Get the book.)

"The underlying problem is one of inflammation, much like arthritis, and many of the nutrients helpful in alleviating arthritic symptoms will help bursitis as well. You may want to read over that listing for more information, but let's look at some information specific to soft-tissue inflammations, like bursitis. What helps it? • Vitamin Bn appears to reduce the inflammation and pain of bursitis, sometimes within the space of just a few hours. Even in cases of calcific bursitis, a form of the disorder in which calcium deposits form inside the bursa, this vitamin offers some help." - Dr. Mary Dan Eades, The Doctor's Complete Guide to Vitamins and Minerals (Get the book.)

"Among the 100 health seekers whose conditions improved or who healed completely after fasting are case histories on the following acute and chronic diseases: abdominal tumors, alcoholism, bursitis, breast tumors, varicose veins, headaches, back pain, ovarian cyst, brain tumor, eczema, hemorrhoids, osteoarthritis, angina, glaucoma, Hodgkin's disease, spinal meningitis, overactive thyroid, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, schizophrenia, appendicitis, lupus, anemia, snoring, drug addiction and more." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.)

"This form of bursitis used to be called "housemaid's knee" because it afflicted those "Mrs. Clean"s who frequently got down on their hands and knees to scrub floors. People with this form of bursitis have a great deal of pain when climbing stairs. You may be surprised to learn that bunions also are the result of long-suffering bursae (see BUNION). Anyone of any age can have bursitis. However, aging is a factor; bursitis is most often caused by overuse, and a bursa that is continually insulted over a long period of time is more likely to develop problems." - Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND, Smart Medicine for Healthier Living : Practical A-Z Reference to Natural and Conventional Treatments for Adults (Get the book.)

"To permanently cure bursitis, back pain, allergies, or other health problems, and to prevent diseases from arising, you need to remove all the stones. This may require at least 8 to 12 cleanses, which can be performed at three-week or monthly intervals. (Do not cleanse more frequently than that!) The three-week break between cleanses may include the six-day preparation for the next liver cleanse, but most ideally, it should start after the three weeks have passed. If you cannot cleanse this often, you may take more time between cleanses." - Andreas Moritz, The Liver and Gallbladder Miracle Cleanse: An All-Natural, At-Home Flush to Purify and Rejuvenate Your Body (Get the book.)

"Anyone of any age can have bursitis. However, aging is a factor; bursitis is most often caused by overuse, and a bursa that is continually insulted over a long period of time is more likely to develop problems. Injury, arthritis, calcium deposits, and tight muscles can be contributing factors. CONVENTIONAL MEDICINE ¦ The primary treatment for an inflamed bursa is rest. bursitis will often subside on its own after a few days rest. Resting the area where the bursa is located gives the fluid time to be reabsorbed into the bloodstream, allowing the swelling to subside." - Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND, Smart Medicine for Healthier Living : Practical A-Z Reference to Natural and Conventional Treatments for Adults (Get the book.)

"Sarno's work has brought relief to a lot of people with OA, low back pain, disc problems, sciatica, pinched nerve, thoracic outlet syndrome, bursitis, tendonitis, knee pain, elbow pain, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, temporal mandibular joint syndrome (TMJ), and pain in the wrists, hands, lower legs, or feet, as well as unexplained chronic pain. I highly recommend looking at one of his books and applying his advice to yourself. (See the Resources section for his book titles.) The worst that could happen: you'll be in less pain and more in touch with your deepest thoughts and feelings." - Hyla Cass, Supplement Your Prescription: What Your Doctor Doesn't Know About Nutrition (Get the book.)

"I was told it was—and some of my friends have had cortisone shots for bursitis, too." "Real or identical-to-natural cortisone has rarely been injected since the early 1950s. Since then it's artificial, patentable, cortisone-like molecules such as triamcinolone or dexamethosone, considerably more powerful than natural cortisone and which can cause much more damage. Unfortunately, doctors and pharmacists have inaccurately called them cortisone, giving real cortisone an unnecessarily bad reputation . . . but that's not why you came in. Sorry. So after your second injection, then what?" - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.) "Summary of Recommendations for Treating bursitis (under medical supervision) • Vitamin B12 injections. • Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO), 50 to 70% solution, applied topically to affected area, 2 to 3 times a day for 1 to 3 weeks. Canker Sores ^Ttf^ aphthous ulcers (commonly known as canker sores) are small lesions that occur on the mucous membranes of the mouth, lips, or tongue. These ulcers typically last several days to two weeks and are extremely painful." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"People with this form of bursitis have a great deal of pain when climbing stairs. You may be surprised to learn that bunions also are the result of long-suffering bursae (see BUNION). Anyone of any age can have bursitis. However, aging is a factor; bursitis is most often caused by overuse, and a bursa that is continually insulted over a long period of time is more likely to develop problems. Injury, arthritis, calcium deposits, and tight muscles can be contributing factors. CONVENTIONAL MEDICINE ¦ The primary treatment for an inflamed bursa is rest." - Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND, Smart Medicine for Healthier Living : Practical A-Z Reference to Natural and Conventional Treatments for Adults (Get the book.)

"Sarno's work has brought relief to a lot of people with OA, low back pain, disc problems, sciatica, pinched nerve, thoracic outlet syndrome, bursitis, tendonitis, knee pain, elbow pain, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, temporal mandibular joint syndrome (TMJ), and pain in the wrists, hands, lower legs, or feet, as well as unexplained chronic pain. I highly recommend looking at one of his books and applying his advice to yourself. (See the Resources section for his book titles.) The worst that could happen: you'll be in less pain and more in touch with your deepest thoughts and feelings." - Hyla Cass, M.D., Supplement Your Prescription: What Your Doctor Doesn't Know About Nutrition (Get the book.)

"No one knows how vitamin B12 works for bursitis. However, the frequency of the injections appears to be more important than the amount given. For example, 1,000 meg injected daily is more effective than 3,000 meg given every third day. DMSO Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) is a unique compound extracted from wood pulp. When applied to the skin, it penetrates into the deeper tissues, where it exerts potent anti-inflammatory effects and promotes tissue healing." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"Also see bursitis (p. 613). TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE M Herbs: Combine 12 g of Ji Shen (jilin root), 15 g of Niu Xi (achyranthes root), 12 g of Chi Shao (red peony root), 12 g of Yu Jin (turmeric tuber), 10 g of Yan Hu Suo (corydalis rhizome), 10 g of Ru Xiang (frankincense), 12 g of Du Zhong (eucommia bark), and 18 g of Ji Xue Teng (millettia root). To make a decoction, place the herbs in a ceramic pot and add 3 cups of water. Bring the liquid to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes. Strain the liquid and drink 1 cup twice a week." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Although bursitis and tendinitis are often lumped together, they are actually two distinct types of inflammation. A dull, persistent pain nagging at a joint could signal bursitis—swelling and inflammation of bursae, small, fluid-filled sacs that help muscles and tendons glide smoothly and prevent them from being inflamed by the underlying bone. If you have bursitis, the more you move an afflicted joint, the more it hurts, says Andrew Cole, M.D., a Seattle physician and member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation." - the Editors of PREVENTION, The Doctors Book of Home Remedies II: Over 1,200 New Doctor-Tested Tips and Techniques Anyone Can Use to Heal Hundreds of Everyday Health Problems (Get the book.)

"SPECIAL NOTES: The most common areas to get tendinitis are the shoulder capsule (subdeltoid bursitis), the tendons of the big thumb (de Quervain's disease), and the hip capsule (trochanteric bursitis).Tendinitis and bursitis are really interchangeable terms as bursa are located near tendons." - Larry Trivieri, Jr., Alternative Medicine the Definitive Guide, Second Edition (Get the book.)

"Significant pain and swelling þ Loss of significant range of motion in that joint þ No improvement in the injury after two or three days of rest and ice Inflammation of these structures is called tendonitis and bursitis, respectively. Tendonitis is likely to affect the wrist, shoulder, elbow, and knee, bursitis, the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. Both can occur at once. Drug Treatment Analgesics Aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, naproxen, ketoprofen. Function: ease tendonitis or bursitis pain." - Linda B. White, M.D., The Herbal Drugstore (Get the book.)

"Relieve your bursitis." "Vitamin B12?" "Yes. Works nearly every time. Dr. Klemes of New York City reported on it in the late 1950s." "1950s? If it works that well, why didn't I get it in the 1970s and '80s?" "Even in 1996, doctors don't read as much about natural treatments as they might. And it isn't patentable. But don't worry, I've asked dozens of people to use it, and so far it's worked every time. Please inject 1 cc (1,000 micrograms) of vitamin B12 daily." "It's injected into my shoulder?" Mr. Orloff asked. "No—into the side of your upper leg. The nurse will show you how." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"HOMEOPATHY Minor, recently developing problems with bursitis may respond to the most appropriately selected of the following homeopathic remedies. Any of these remedies can be used safely side-by-side with conventional treatment. Belladonna: Use this remedy to treat inflammation in its earliest stages when heat, swelling, and redness are likely to be noticeable. Pain and discomfort is more intense following jarring movements. < q_ < CO o < Apis: If stinging pains and puffy, pink swelling emerge quickly and distressingly, try Apis." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Other existing health problems such as pain, asthma, bursitis, heart disease, and arthritis become intensified as well. If gallstones become stuck in the ampulla of the bile duct, where the common bile duct from the liver and gallbladder joins the pancreatic duct, jaundice and acute pancreatitis usually develop. This condition can eventually lead to cancerous tumors in the pancreas and to a number of other diseases." - Andreas Moritz, Timeless Secrets of Health & Rejuvenation: Unleash The Natural Healing Power That Lies Dormant Within You (Get the book.) "To permanently cure bursitis, back pain, allergies, or other health problems, and to prevent diseases from arising, you need to remove all the stones. This may require at least 8 to 12 flushes, which can be performed at three-week or monthly intervals. (Do not flush more frequently than that!) The three-week break between flushes may include the six-day preparation for the next liver flush, but most ideally, it should start after the three weeks have passed. If you cannot flush this often, you may take more time between flushes." - Andreas Moritz, Timeless Secrets of Health & Rejuvenation: Unleash The Natural Healing Power That Lies Dormant Within You (Get the book.)

"Herbs that may be helpful While there have been few studies on herbal therapy for bursitis, most practitioners would consider using antiinflammatory herbs that have proven useful in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis (page 387). These would include boswellia (page 644), turmeric (page 753), willow (page 760), and topical cayenne (page 654) ointment. Are there any side effects or interactions? Refer to the individual herb for information about any side effects or interactions." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "Medical treatments Over the counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including aspirin (Bayer, Ecotrin, Bufferin), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin), and naproxen (Aleve), may be adequate to treat the pain associated with bursitis. Prescription strength NSAIDs, such as celecoxib (Celebrex), valdecoxib (Bextra), ibuprofen (Motrin), naproxen (Anaprox, Naprosyn), etodolac (Lodine), and indomethacin (Indocin), are prescribed when over the counter products are ineffective." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "Nutritional supplements that may be helpful In a preliminary study, intramuscular injections of vitamin B12 (page 601)1' 2 relieved the symptoms of acute subdeltoid (shoulder) bursitis and also decreased the amount of calcification in some cases. This mechanism is not understood. Oral B vitamins are unlikely to have the same effect, since the body's absorption of vitamin Bn is quite limited. A doctor should be consulted regarding B12 or B^/niacin (page 598) injections. Are there any side effects or interactions?" - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "Cluster headaches (page 117) Indigestion and heartburn (page 260) Itching (anal; pruritus ani) Obesity (page 446) Rheumatoid arthritis (page 387) (topical) þftft bursitis (page 87) Low back pain (page 293) (topical) Migraine headaches (page 316) Historical or traditional use (may or may not be supported by scientific studies) The potent, hot fruit of cayenne has been used as medicine for centuries. It was considered helpful by herbalists for various conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, including stomach aches, cramping pains, and gas." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

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