Diagnosis
To diagnose bursitis, a Santa Clara urgent care physician will first ask the patient about his or her symptoms, perform an examination, and have the person undergo an X-ray and blood test if necessary. The doctor will then talk to the patient to determine his or her medical history. He may then proceed to use a needle and syringe to get a fluid sample from the bursa, which will be checked for inflammation and other known causes of bursitis.
Treatment
Bursitis treatment begins with rest and an ice pack applied to the injured area. The physician might prescribe over-the counter anti-inflammatory medication for the pain. Physical therapy—which includes range-of-motion exercises and splinting—is another popular treatment option. Surgery, although rarely necessary, may be considered for severe cases of bursitis or for conditions that did not respond to non-invasive treatment.
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Tuesday, April 22, 2014
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Santa Clara urgent care clinics: Helping patients manage chronic pain
Urgent care clinics help by prescribing or recommending the right pain medications for your particular condition. Over-the-counter medicines such as aspirin or ibuprofen are good examples. They may also prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs, opioid/acetaminophen combination medications like acetaminophen-oxycodone and acetaminophen-hydrocodone bitartrate tablets, or even muscle relaxants.
It is also important to seek the help of a physician at a Santa Clara walk-in clinic or others managed by U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group if you experience any of the following problems: weakness, pain, or numbness in the legs, fever, difficulty urinating, or significant weight loss. Such symptoms can already be a sign of serious complications that require immediate treatment.
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It is also important to seek the help of a physician at a Santa Clara walk-in clinic or others managed by U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group if you experience any of the following problems: weakness, pain, or numbness in the legs, fever, difficulty urinating, or significant weight loss. Such symptoms can already be a sign of serious complications that require immediate treatment.
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