Explanation and Causes:
A bursa is a small fluid filled sac that lies between tendons, bones, and the muscles of a joint to lubricate any movements. Bursitis occurs when this sac gets irritated and inflamed. The most common joints for bursitis are the elbows, hips, and shoulders. Repetition is the primary [...]

Explanation and Causes:
The ankle joint is made up of 3 bones—the tibia is the inside larger bone of the lower leg, the fibula is the outside smaller bone of the lower leg, and the talus is the top bone of the foot. The synovium lies over the top of the joint and [...]