About Bursitis in the Knee

Bursitis in the knee is also known as prepatellar bursitis.

The kneecap is referred to as the pattela and bursitis of this pattela gives rise to inflammation and swelling in front of the knee – hence, it is called “pre” patellar bursitis.

The function of the bursa in the knee is to help in the smooth movement of the kneecap beneath the skin. Knee bursitis or kneecap bursitis occurs when this bursa gets infected and inflamed.

Bursitis of the knee is common among people who are engaged in occupations that involve straining their knees for extended periods of time, like carpet layers for example.

Repeated wear and tear on the knees increases the friction and aggravates the bursa present in the knee, thus increasing the risk of suffering bursitis in knee.

Bursitis of the Knee Symptoms

Typical bursitis knee signs and symptoms accompanying the condition are as follows: