Causes of Bursitis

If you have bursitis, enjoying your hobbies, playing sports and even sitting in the bleachers at the ballpark may be difficult and painful. The causes of bursitis include overuse and injury of your joints, lifestyle factors and certain medical conditions. Consider this information from the Mayo Clinic and the National Library of Medicine about the causes of bursitis.

Falls

• A hard fall in your house or on the pavement may cause bursitis, especially if you land on the joints of your shoulders, hips or knees.

Repetitive Motions

• If your job or hobby requires you to perform repetitive motions, you may experience bursitis in your shoulders, elbows or knees.

Arthritis

• If you have inflammatory arthritis, you may also develop bursitis as a result of widespread inflammation in your joints.

Prolonged Sitting

• Sitting for a long period of time can cause you to develop bursitis in your buttocks, especially if you are sitting on a hard surface.

Prolonged Activity

• If you walk or play sports for an extended period of time without resting, you may develop bursitis in the joints of your ankles and toes.

Worn Shoes

• Wearing worn out shoes and other poorly constructed footwear can cause you to develop bursitis from the lack of foot support and cushioning.