Supplements / Herbs - Bursitis - Supplement & Herbs

Supplements
Vitamins that may be helpful

In a preliminary study, intramuscular injections of vitamin B121, 2 relieved the symptoms of acute subdeltoid (shoulder) bursitis and also decreased the amount of calcification in some cases. This mechanism is not understood. Oral B vitamins are unlikely to have the same effect, since the body's absorption of vitamin B12 is quite limited. A doctor should be consulted regarding B12 or B12/niacin injections.

Are there any side effects or interactions?

Refer to the individual supplement for information aboutany side effects or interactions.

Herbs
Herbs that may be helpful

While there have been few studies on herbal therapy for bursitis, most practitioners would consider using anti-inflammatory herbs that have proven useful in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. These would include boswellia, turmeric, willow, and topical cayenne ointment.

Are there any side effects or interactions?

Refer to the individual herb for information about anyside effects or interactions.