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Chiropractic care for bursitis
Get to the root of your bursitis
Also known as: Shoulder Bursitis, Elbow Bursitis, Hip Bursitis, Knee Bursitis
Are you dealing with Bursitis? Bursitis can be a very painful condition and drastically limit your mobility in your joints. But there is hope! Chiropractic care can help relieve the pain of Bursitis. Chiropractors are trained to identify and treat musculoskeletal issues in the spine and other joints. These misalignments can put pressure on your nerves and cause pain in your joints, muscles, and tissues. With manual chiropractic adjustments, we can relieve this pressure, reduce inflammation, and help alleviate the pain caused by Bursitis.
Hobbies and sports like gardening, tennis, golf, or throwing
Injury or direct trauma to the affected area
Inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis or gout
Prolonged pressure on a joint (leaning or kneeling)
Age-related changes, more common after 40
Our approach
How we treat bursitis in Charlotte
Step 1
All-Natural Care
No medications. No surgeries. Just pure natural care using manual chiropractic adjustments.
Step 2
Custom Care Plan
We’ll help build you a care plan to get your pain under control and get you and your joints feeling 100%.
Step 3
Preventative Care
If needed, we’ll establish preventative measures to keep your Bursitis from coming back so you can stay healthy.
The basics
Understanding bursitis
Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa — one of the small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion the space between bones, tendons, and muscles around a joint. When a bursa becomes irritated, the joint turns painful and stiff, especially when you move or press on it. It most often shows up in the shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees, and it's more common after age 40.
Most bursitis is mechanical and overuse-driven, which means it tends to respond well to conservative, drug-free care. At Chiropractic Fitness in Charlotte, gentle chiropractic adjustments and soft-tissue work aim to take pressure off the joint, calm inflammation, and restore comfortable range of motion — paired with rest and, when appropriate, [ultrasound therapy](/services/ultrasound-therapy/) and corrective exercise.
The goal is to relieve the flare-up and address what's driving it, so the joint can heal and stay comfortable. If your exam ever suggests you need imaging or a medical referral, we'll tell you honestly and help coordinate that care.
Free Chiropractic Consultation
Free
Dr. Schulman will sit down and visit with you about your problem to see if we can help. If he determines that you are a candidate for chiropractic care, Dr. Schulman will explain any costs before moving forward with any evaluation or treatment.
If for any reason Dr. Schulman doesn’t think we are the right option, he can refer you to the appropriate place. This consultation is always FREE OF CHARGE.
Chiropractic Treatment for Bursitis
Pain from Bursitis is a major problem for a lot of people and can really prohibit movement and comfort. Chiropractic care can help relieve the pressure, reduce inflammation, and help your joints feel great again.
Bursitis Pain Relief in Charlotte
Many people experience major pain relief from their Bursitis pain with chiropractic care. Using our gentle adjusting techniques, we can help you escape the pain and get back to feeling great again. Book an appointment now to schedule a time with our team and say goodbye to joint pain for good.
What is Bursitis & What Causes It?
Bursitis is the inflammation of a bursa. Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs that act as cushions between bones and the tendons and muscles near them. This inflammation usually becomes painful, especially while trying to use the impacted joint.
This disease is more common in those over the age of 40. Bursitis most typically affects people who enjoy hobbies like gardening, raking, woodworking, shoveling, painting, scrubbing, tennis, golf, skiing, throwing, or pitching. Other causes include injury or trauma to the affected area, inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and infection.
Bursitis often occurs in the shoulders, elbows, hips, or knees.
Common Symptoms of Bursitis
Bursitis is characterized by joint pain, swelling, and soreness. The pain is often worse when you move the affected joint or press on it. Bursitis can also cause:
Tenderness
Redness
Warmth to the touch
Joint stiffness
Limited range of motion
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to see our chiropractic team in Charlotte.
Chiropractic Treatment for Bursitis in Charlotte
The first step to treating Bursitis is resting those joints. But to help with the healing process, it’s highly recommended to see our chiropractic team. Chiropractic treatment is a natural and drug-free way to ease the pain of Bursitis. That means no invasive surgeries and no medications. Chiropractors use manual adjustments to your spine and joints. These adjustments help relieve pressure off your nervous system, reduce inflammation, and help you heal properly.
At our office, we will develop a custom treatment plan based on your individual needs. This may include manual adjustments, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle changes. Our goal is to help you find relief from your Bursitis and improve your quality of life.
Why choose chiropractic
Chiropractic care vs. the typical bursitis routine
“I came into Dr. Schulman's office with severe sciatica pain, heel pain on right, and such a tight neck that I couldn't sleep at night from throbbing aches and pains. Now that I've been seeing Dr. Schulman for 3 months now, I'm running with my dogs again, and getting back into the gym without any back or neck pain. Best decision I ever made for self care! Highly recommend!”
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Bursitis FAQ
Still have questions? Contact us — we're happy to help.
What is bursitis?+
Bursitis is inflammation of the bursae, small fluid-filled sacs that cushion joints. It often affects the shoulders, hips, knees, and elbows, causing pain and swelling. At Chiropractic Fitness in Charlotte, NC, Dr. Craig Schulman provides natural bursitis treatment to reduce pain and restore mobility.
What causes bursitis?+
Bursitis is usually caused by repetitive movements, overuse, injuries, or conditions like arthritis. At Chiropractic Fitness, Dr. Craig Schulman helps patients in Charlotte identify the root cause and create a personalized care plan for long-term relief.
Can chiropractic care help with bursitis?+
Yes, chiropractic care can help reduce inflammation, improve joint alignment, and relieve pain caused by bursitis. Many patients in Charlotte searching for “bursitis treatment near me” choose Chiropractic Fitness for safe, drug-free care.
What are the symptoms of bursitis?+
Bursitis symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, tenderness, and limited range of motion. At Chiropractic Fitness, Dr. Craig Schulman evaluates each patient in Charlotte to confirm the cause of pain and recommend the right treatment.
What treatments are available for bursitis?+
Bursitis treatment may include chiropractic adjustments, ultrasound therapy, laser therapy, massage, stretching, and corrective exercises. At Chiropractic Fitness, we design comprehensive bursitis treatment plans to help patients in Charlotte, NC, heal naturally.
How long does it take to recover from bursitis?+
Recovery time depends on the severity of bursitis and how quickly treatment begins. Many patients notice improvement within a few weeks. At Chiropractic Fitness, Dr. Craig Schulman helps patients in Charlotte recover faster with customized care.
How much does bursitis treatment cost in Charlotte, NC?+
The cost of bursitis treatment depends on your condition and recommended therapies. At Chiropractic Fitness, we provide affordable bursitis care so patients in Charlotte can return to pain-free living.
How many visits will I need for bursitis?+
It depends on which joint is affected, how long you've had the flare-up, and what's driving it. After examining you, Dr. Craig Schulman builds a specific care plan around those findings rather than a fixed number of visits. Patients visit us from Ballantyne and across south Charlotte for bursitis care.
Is chiropractic care safe for bursitis?+
Yes. Chiropractic care is a conservative, drug-free option for most cases of bursitis, and Dr. Craig Schulman adapts techniques to the affected joint and your comfort. Every Charlotte patient starts with a thorough exam so we can confirm the cause and refer out if imaging or medical care is warranted.
Do you take insurance for bursitis care in Charlotte?+
We work with health insurance, auto-injury and work-injury claims, and Medicare, and we verify your benefits before your first visit. Because costs vary by your care plan, review our [payment options](/resources/payment-options/) or call the office and we'll walk you through it.
