Replied by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 07/11/2015
Dear Jamie,
Did the bursitis begin after an injury? How was it diagnosed? (x-ray etc.)
You are very young to be having this much pain with a beloved activity. I would baby your hip as much as possible. Try Castor Oil Packs on the area. Try 1 teaspoon (or 4 capsules) of turmeric twice a day with a glass of water for pain and inflammation. Try Epsom Salt baths. And rest.
As a runner, you will have extra stress on your body. You will need to give it excellent nutrition (not easy to do in college, either, as I recall.) And plenty of hydration. Blackstrap Molasses, Gelatin, good protein and fruits and vegetables are all important. Use some good salt, too. I like Celtic Sea Salt. Keep junk food, fast food and soda at a minimum.
When I was your age I had a terrible jaw joint. I knew nothing to do for it (other than prescriptions) and it did get worse and worse and I ended up having surgery when I was 26. I couldn't imagine what my jaw would be like when I was middle aged! Now, I am middle aged. And my jaw and other joints are better now than they were 15 years ago. I had no idea how helpful good nutrition would be to my joints. I don't have a "perfect" diet, whatever that is, but I eat pretty well most of the time.
I hope you feel much better soon and are able to run track for your school!
~Mama to Many~
