9. Weight Management
Weight management can be an important aspect of treating and managing bursitis, especially if excess body weight is contributing to the condition. Carrying excess weight puts increased stress on your joints, particularly weight-bearing joints like the hips, knees, and ankles. This added stress can exacerbate bursitis or contribute to its development. Losing weight helps reduce the load on these joints, which can help alleviate pain and inflammation associated with bursitis.
Excess weight can also limit your joint mobility and make it more challenging to move comfortably. Weight loss can improve joint function and mobility – making it smooth and easy to perform routine activities and participate in exercise or physical therapy, which may be part of your bursitis treatment plan.