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Elbow (Olecranon) Bursitis. Elbow bursitis in inflammation in the olecranon bursa — the fluid-filled sac that protects and cushions your elbow joint. It’s usually caused by overuse from your job or activities like sports. You’ll probably only need at-home treatments to help your bursa heal.
Elbow bursitis usually only takes a few weeks to heal with proper rest and rehabilitation. After surgery, your doctor will likely apply a splint to your arm to immobilize it.
Elbow bursitis may be caused by putting too much pressure on the elbow, inflammatory conditions, or an injury. Bursitis may be treated with at-home remedies. However, if these don't work or if you have an infection, your doctor may prescribe medications, as well as drain the fluid.
Fortunately, there are several ways to treat bursitis at home, such as resting and icing your elbow. If it doesn’t go away within a week or two, your doctor can usually treat it with medicine. Some cases do require minor surgery, so ask your doctor if that is right for you.
Mayo Clinic is rated a top hospital for elbow bursitis and is home to elbow doctors with expertise in diagnosing and treating sports and recreational injuries.
Medical conditions. Certain conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis and gout, are associated with elbow bursitis. Symptoms. Swelling. The first symptom of elbow bursitis is often swelling. Because the skin on the back of the elbow is loose, a small amount of swelling may not be noticed right away.
Start treatment at home. In most cases, you can treat tendonitis and bursitis at home with rest, ice and over-the-counter anti-inflammatories, such as ibuprofen or naproxen.