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Horses do get Bursitis, more often called Tendinitis. But it is not in any way contagious.
There are many different forms of arthritis ans some of these like Bursitis are caused by inflammation. However that is where the similarity ends Arthritis alway has a relationship cartilage damage to the joints of the body and at times other connective tissues in the body. While bursitis ( impingement syndrome)is the result of inflammation that results in tendons squeezing and restricting the movement of muscles. this condition can take place in many parts of the body.
Bursitis surgeries are needed for injuries of the shoulders, knees and any other area of the body that has inflammation of the joints. Bursitis surgeries are needed in the aging patients and other individuals with joint pain.
Bursitis.
Bursitis affects the musculoskeletal system. It is an inflammatory condition that affects the bursae, which are small fluid-filled sacs that cushion and lubricate joints. Bursitis commonly occurs in areas such as the shoulders, knees, and hips.
Bursitis can occur in various regions of the body where there are bursae, which are small fluid-filled sacs that help reduce friction between bones and soft tissues. Common sites for bursitis include the shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees.
Knee bursitis is the inflammation of one of three fluid-filled sacs in the knee. This is commonly caused by injury or strain, including continual pressure, directly hitting the knee, or frequent falls.
The common name for sub patellar bursitis is "knee bursitis."
Information regarding trochanteric bursitis could be viewed on Wikipedia. For further information, earthopod and clinicalkey are the places to gain more knowledge.
"Bursitis." HealthAnswers.com. 1998. http://www.healthanswers.com.