Bursitis

Bursitis occurs when a bursa—a small, fluid-filled sac that cushions and reduces friction between muscles, tendons, and bones—becomes irritated or damaged. Bursae help joints move smoothly, but repetitive motion, direct pressure, or sudden increases in activity can cause them to stop functioning properly.

Commonly affected areas include the hip, shoulder, knee, and elbow, and pain often shows up as a deep ache, stiffness, or discomfort with movement or pressure.

Common symptoms include:

• Deep joint pain or tenderness

• Pain with movement or pressure

• Stiffness and reduced range of motion

• Symptoms that linger or return with activity

How Shockwave Therapy Treats Bursitis

At CT Sports Recovery, we use focused shockwave therapy to help treat bursitis by improving tissue health around the joint—not just masking pain.

Focused shockwave therapy works by:

• Stimulating blood flow to poorly healed tissue

• Reducing pain signaling in the affected area

• Promoting tissue remodeling and improved movement

• Helping surrounding muscles and tendons move more freely

This allows the joint to function better and helps athletes return to activity with greater comfort and confidence.

What to Expect

• Treatments last 15–20 minutes

• Non-invasive, with no injections or downtime

• Most athletes continue activity with guidance

• Each joint or side is treated and charged separately

How Many Treatments Are Needed?

Most athletes benefit from 3–6 treatments per side, depending on:

• How long symptoms have been present

• Severity of pain and stiffness

• Sport and activity demands

Typical investment:
$550–$1,100 per side

Why Shockwave Therapy Is Worth It

Focused shockwave therapy has been shown to help reduce pain and improve function in chronic bursitis, especially when rest or repeated flare-ups have limited progress. It can help decrease reliance on injections or prolonged rest and support long-term joint health.

Our pricing is below typical focused shockwave therapy rates because we’ve built our clinic to be efficient and accessible. We believe athletes deserve high-level recovery care without unnecessary barriers.

Move Better. Train Smarter. Stay Active.

If bursitis is limiting your movement or performance, shockwave therapy may be the next step.