ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site bursa Bursae of the shoulder A fluid-filled pad that acts as a cushion at a pressure point in the body – often near a joint, where a or muscle crosses bone or other muscles. The important bursae are around the knee, elbow, and shoulder. Disorders Inflammation of a bursa is called bursitis can be extremely painful. A bursitis may be visible as a red and tender swelling on the surface, as at the elbow, or it may be hidden in deeper layers such as within the buttock, groin, or hip. Treatment involves reducing the swelling and prevention of further inflammation. A bunion is a thickened bursa at the base of the big toe. Related category    • ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP