Knee Bursitis Physiotherapy in Indirapuram

Why it happens

Bursae reduce friction between skin, tendon and bone. Repeated pressure, like kneeling to clean floors, lay tiles, pray, or garden, irritates the prepatellar bursa and it fills with fluid. That's why it's sometimes called housemaid's knee. A direct fall onto the kneecap can do the same.

The infrapatellar bursa, below the kneecap, is also affected sometimes, particularly in people who kneel more upright.

Watch for infection

A bursa can become infected, especially if there's a cut or graze on the knee. Signs include redness, warmth, fever and increasing pain. That needs medical attention and often antibiotics. Don't wait it out.

Treatment

For non-infected bursitis, the priority is removing the pressure. Using a thick kneeling pad or avoiding kneeling while it settles often makes the biggest difference. Ice and compression reduce swelling. Ultrasound and IFT may help ease discomfort.

Swelling can affect how the thigh muscles work, so we include gentle quadriceps strengthening. Most cases settle over a few weeks. Persistent large swellings may be drained by a doctor.

Exercises often used for Knee Bursitis

These are exercises our physiotherapists commonly include. Which ones suit you, how many and in what order depends on your assessment and stage of recovery.

All knee exercises

Frequently asked questions