Anserine bursitis
Facts
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Inflammation of the anserine bursa can result from abnormal gait, overuse or trauma
History / PE
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Localized
pain over the anteromedial tibia
No redness, warmth, swelling, or other signs of acute inflammation
Diagnosis
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Normal tibial xray, VALGUS testing
Treatment
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Rest, ice
Corticosteroid injections into bursa
Notes
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Anserine bursa located anteromedially over tibial plateau just below the joint line of the knee
Differential Diagnosis
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Patellofemoral syndrome (pain worsened by sitting or activity)
Osgood-Schlatter disease
(affects young kids)
July 30th 2010
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