To help prevent bursitis in your shoulders and elbows:
- Avoid motions that put pressure on sore joints.
- Don’t carry heavy loads that strain your shoulders. Use a cart, wagon, or dolly.
- Be careful when you lift anything heavy. Ask for help.
- Work with a physical therapist to learn safe ways to use your joints for normal activities.
- When doing repeated movements, take breaks and rest your elbows and shoulders.
- Warm up your joints and muscles before any activity.