There is no guaranteed way to avoid bursitis, but it makes sense to do whatever you can to lower the risks. Take appropriate precautions whenever you need to do any actions that place an extra strain on your hips. For example, perform a warm-up routine and stretch before starting an exercise class. Regular exercise reduces the chance of hip damage. Losing weight is another sound move to make; besides reducing pressures on the hips, it also helps heart health.

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