Bursitis symptoms and signs are relatively non-specific. Even after collecting a detailed history and performing a physical examination, imaging studies are often necessary to rule out other musculoskeletal conditions. Bursitis must be differentiated from tendonitis, cellulitis, osteoarthritis, ligamentous injuries, and septic arthritis.
Bursitis differential diagnosis
Septic arthritis differential diagnosis
Ankylosing spondylitis differential diagnosis
Osteomyelitis differential diagnosis
Bursitis other diagnostic studies
Bursitis risk factors
Psoriatic arthritis differential diagnosis
Bursitis causes