Bursitis Pain, Diagnosis & Treatment – Shoulder (Subacromial)

A bursa is a fluid filled sac that reduces friction in joint spaces. There are several bursa in the shoulder joint, including the subacromial bursa. When the subacromial bursa becomes inflamed it is termed subacromial bursitis. Subacromial bursitis is commonly associated with shoulder impingement syndrome, when the tendon of the shoulder is impinged or compressed [...]