Subacromial Bursitis Treatment in Turkey
About Subacromial Bursitis
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive approach, often performed arthroscopically with small incisions.Effective in reducing significant pain and inflammation when conservative treatments fail.Helps restore normal shoulder range of motion and function.Can prevent chronic pain and long-term shoulder stiffness in pediatric patients.Typically allows for a quicker return to sports and daily activities compared to open surgery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent shoulder pain and tenderness in the subacromial area unresponsive to rest, ice, and physical therapy for several months.
- Significant limitation in shoulder movement affecting daily activities or sports participation.
- Confirmed diagnosis of isolated subacromial bursitis via imaging (e.g., MRI or ultrasound) with no other major structural damage.
- Pain that interferes with sleep and quality of life in the young patient.
- As part of a broader arthroscopic procedure for associated conditions like impingement syndrome.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive pediatric orthopedic evaluation, including medical history and physical examination.
- Diagnostic imaging such as MRI or ultrasound to confirm bursitis and rule out other pathologies.
- Pre-operative blood tests and possibly an ECG to ensure fitness for anesthesia.
- Discussion with the child and parents about the procedure, risks, benefits, and recovery expectations.
- Fasting as instructed by the hospital (typically 6-8 hours for solids) prior to the procedure if anesthesia is required.
- Arranging for post-procedure transportation and care at home.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the incision or injection site.
- Bleeding or hematoma formation.
- Allergic reaction to anesthesia or injected medications (e.g., corticosteroids).
- Nerve or blood vessel injury, though rare with arthroscopic techniques.
- Persistent pain or stiffness (frozen shoulder).
- Recurrence of bursitis if the underlying cause (e.g., overuse) is not addressed.
- Complications related to anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate post-procedure: The shoulder may be placed in a sling for comfort for a short period (1-2 days).
- Pain management with prescribed medications and application of ice packs to reduce swelling.
- Initiation of a guided physical therapy program within a week to restore strength and range of motion.
- Avoidance of strenuous activities, overhead motions, and contact sports for the period specified by the surgeon (typically 4-6 weeks).
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing and progress in therapy.
- Gradual, supervised return to normal activities and sports based on functional recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (Often outpatient/day-care)
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for full return to sports
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering subacromial bursitis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for subacromial bursitis compare across other countries where we have data.
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