What is the usual treatment for Tendonitis/Bursitis?

• A. NSAIDs
• B. RICE
• C. Physical therapy
• D. Surgery

Answer: (B)

The usual approach to tendonitis and bursitis is to start with conservative, non-surgical care that reduces inflammation and protects the involved tissues. The RICE method—rest from the provoking activity, ice to decrease pain and swelling, compression to limit edema, and elevation to reduce fluid accumulation—directly targets inflammation and discomfort and can be done at home. While NSAIDs can be useful for pain relief, they don’t fix the underlying issue on their own, so they’re typically used in addition to RICE rather than as the sole treatment. After the acute phase, physical therapy is often introduced to restore strength and flexibility and help prevent recurrence. Surgery is generally not needed initially and is reserved for cases that don’t respond to conservative management.