Bursa
/ˈbɜːrsə/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Body Parts
Used in medical contexts to describe a specific part of human or animal bodies.
The doctor examined the bursa in the patient's shoulder.
Pro Tip 2/3Health Conditions
Often appears in discussions around joint pain, injuries, and related treatments.
Performing this exercise can alleviate pain from an inflamed bursa.
Pro Tip 3/3Technical Term
While it's a technical term, it's understood by professionals and patients discussing health.
The athlete's repeated movements led to bursa irritation.
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