08/30/2025
Bursitis is one of those conditions that can sneak up on senior men—especially if you’ve spent years working with your hands, kneeling, lifting, or just staying active. It affects about 1–2% of all orthopedic patients annually, and chronic bursitis can reduce joint mobility by up to 50%. The most common sites? Shoulders, hips, elbows, and knees—all the joints that take a beating over time. And while it’s rarely life-threatening, it can be life-altering. The time spent in appointments, therapy, and recovery adds up, and so does the financial strain—especially when it starts interfering with work, hobbies, or daily routines.
Physiologically, bursitis is inflammation of the bursa, those small fluid-filled sacs that cushion your joints. When they’re irritated—by repetitive motion, trauma, or even underlying conditions like gout or arthritis—they swell, causing pain, stiffness, and limited movement. In senior men, it’s often linked to occupational wear and tear, postural changes, or age-related joint degeneration. And once it sets in, even simple tasks like reaching overhead or getting up from a chair can feel like a chore.
Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive, drug-free way to help. Adjustments work by realigning joints, which reduces pressure on the bursa and improves overall mobility. Chiropractors also use soft tissue therapy to ease muscle tension and restore range of motion. For senior men, care is tailored to be gentle and precise, often incorporating low-force techniques and targeted exercises to support aging joints. It’s not just about cracking bones—it’s about helping your body move the way it was designed to.
If you’ve been dealing with nagging joint pain, swelling, or stiffness that just won’t quit, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to just “deal with it.” There’s real hope in care that’s designed for your stage of life. Call or message us today. We’ll walk you through your options and help you get back to doing what you love—without that constant ache tagging along.
