| | '''Bursitis''' is inflammation of a [[bursa]] sac. The inflammation may result from [[arthritis]] in the joint or injury or infection of a bursa. Bursitis produces pain and tenderness and may limit the movement of nearby joints. | | '''Bursitis''' is inflammation of a [[bursa]] sac. The inflammation may result from [[arthritis]] in the joint or injury or infection of a bursa. Bursitis produces pain and tenderness and may limit the movement of nearby joints. |
| − | Bursitis can occur in the shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, heels and big toe. Injuries, overuse and repetitive stress are common causes of bursitis. Certain diseases, such as arthritis and [[gout]], might also cause it.{{fact}} It sometimes occurs with [[tendinitis]].<ref>http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/bursitis.html</ref> | + | Bursitis can occur in the shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, heels and big toe. Injuries, overuse and repetitive stress are common causes of bursitis. Certain diseases, such as arthritis and [[gout]], might also cause it.<ref>http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/822693-overview</ref> It sometimes occurs with [[tendinitis]].<ref>http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/bursitis.html</ref> |