Acute Sports Injuries - TRAUMATIC BURSITIS

Bursae are small, synovial membrane-lined sacs that are filled with an inner layer of viscous fluid. They are often found between bone and overlying connective tissues (e.g. tendons, muscles and skin) where they function to provide cushioning and facilitate movement by reducing friction. Most bursae injuries are associated with overuse, but occasionally a direct fall onto a bursa may result in acute traumatic bursitis due to bleeding into the bursa.

The management of acute haemorrhagic bursitis involves the application of ice and compression. Aspiration may be considered if the condition does not resolve, but corticosteroid injection is rarely indicated.

REFERENCES Brukner, P., 2012. Brukner & Khan's clinical sports medicine. North Ryde: McGraw-Hill.