The ulnar bursitis occurs as a result of inflammation of the synovial bag in the joint of the hand. In the area of the elbow joint, there are three bursa:
- ulnar subcutaneous;
- interosseous;
- the interosseous ulna.
Symptoms of bursitis of the elbow
Injuries, infections and arthritis provoke the development of the inflammatory process in the synovial bag. It is noted that:
- swelling and swelling;
- severe redness of the skin;
- pain and discomfort;
- limitation of joint mobility.
Severe inflammation is accompanied by:
- malaise, a feeling of general weakness;
- increased body temperature;
- headaches;
- sweating;
- an increase in lymph nodes.
If the disease is not treated, then the bursitis passes into a purulent form. Subsequently, fistulas and subcutaneous phlegmons can form at the site of the inflammation.
How to treat an ulnar bursitis?
Treatment of ulnar bursitis is performed by a doctor, having conducted a full examination and relying on the results of laboratory studies of exudate. In the treatment of ulnar bursitis is included:
- taking antibiotics;
- injection of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;
- use of anesthetics (with severe inflammation, blockade of the joints).
Medical treatment is complemented by treatment procedures, such as:
- paraffin applications (Cefalexin, Ceftriaxone, etc.);
- physiotherapy (UHF, UFO, phonophoresis);
- balneotherapy;
- massage.
It is recommended for bursitis to use ointments and gels with anti-edematous and anti-inflammatory effect. Among the popular means:
- Diclofenac-Acry;
- Ketonol;
- Collagen Ultra;
- Nikofleks;
- Traumeel C.
With purulent inflammation of the elbow bursa or chronic form of the disease, surgery with local anesthesia is recommended. Most often, the puncture of the bag is carried out with the evacuation of the purulent exudate, in exceptional cases - bursectomy (excising the bursa) and drainage (opening the ulnar cavity).
Treatment of ulnar bursitis with folk remedies
Along with medicines and therapeutic procedures for the inflammation of the synovial bag, traditional medicine is used. For the treatment of ulnar bursitis at home, compresses are used, which are:
- compound of alcohol, aloe juice and honey;
- alcoholic infusion of propolis;
- mixture of propolis and fresh butter;
- decoction of burdock root, etc.
The compress is fixed on the elbow fold with a bandage from a woolen shawl.