Olecranon bursitis is a condition characterised by pain, swelling and inflammation of the olecranon bursa located in the elbow.
This bursa is located over the extensor aspect of the extreme proximal end of the ulna. In common with other bursae, it is in the normal state invisible and impalpable, and contains only a very small amount of fluid, but fulfills the function of all bursae in facilitating movement at a joint (in this case the elbow) by enabling anatomical structures to glide more easily over each other. Also in common with other bursae, it can become inflamed, producing a condition called bursitis. This is sometimes known as a "swellbow" or "water on the elbow."
Adapted from the Wikipedia article Olecranon bursitis, under the G. N. U. Free Documentation License. Please also see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki
Olecranon bursitis – Introduction
Olecranon bursitis is a condition characterised by pain, swelling and inflammation of the olecranon bursa located in the elbow. This bursa is located over the extensor aspect of the extreme proximal end of the ulna.
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