What is Pes Anserine Bursitis?

Pes Anserin bursitis is an inflammation that occurs under the pes anserinus, which is the junction of the tendons of the sartorius, gracilis and semitendinosus muscles. The pes anserinus is located on the upper inner surface of the tibia bone, approximately 5 cm below the inner surface of the knee joint. First Moschowitz This condition, defined by , manifests itself with complaints of pain, especially when going up and down stairs.

Symptoms of Pes Anserine Bursitis

Increased pain when going up and down stairs or when bending and straightening the knee with the leg in internal rotation.
Marked tenderness over the anserine bursa.
Pain may be due to a fat pad, medial collateral ligament strain, or another bursa.

Risk Factors

Pes Anserine bursitis is more common in women with wide hips and disproportionate legs. In addition:

It can occur in athletes, especially football players, as a result of direct trauma.
It may be associated with knee osteoarthritis, and the pain of these two conditions can be confused.

Treatment of Pes Anserine Bursitis

The priority in treatment is to reduce inflammation. The methods that can be applied are:

Corticosteroid injection: It is very effective in reducing symptoms related to inflammation. The patient is laid on his back and the injection is made with the knee extended. Since the bursa is deep, its location is determined by palpation and the correct point is reached according to the sensitivity at the tip of the needle.
Protective knee pad: Provides protection against the risk of trauma in athletes.
Rehabilitation: Stretching exercises for the medial hamstring and adductor muscles are recommended.

In cases where knee osteoarthritis is seen together, treatment should be designed for both bursitis and osteoarthritis. The healing process can be accelerated by applying physical therapy and rehabilitation programs together with preventive measures.

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