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===Background=== | |||
*Name comes from proximity to the pes anserine (three tendons that insert on the tibia) | |||
*Commonly seen in obese women w/ OA, in runners, and in pts w/ overuse syndrome | |||
===Clinical Features=== | |||
*Anterior medial pain | |||
*Focal swelling may be noted over the bursa | |||
*TTP over the bursa | |||
===Treatment=== | |||
*NSAIDs, rest, heat | |||
*Admit for IV abx if infected bursa is suspected | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
Revision as of 06:06, 25 February 2012
Background
- Name comes from proximity to the pes anserine (three tendons that insert on the tibia)
- Commonly seen in obese women w/ OA, in runners, and in pts w/ overuse syndrome
Clinical Features
- Anterior medial pain
- Focal swelling may be noted over the bursa
- TTP over the bursa
Treatment
- NSAIDs, rest, heat
- Admit for IV abx if infected bursa is suspected
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli