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The area located between the olecranon process and the skin is known as the olecranon bursa. This bursa is a fluid-filled sac that helps reduce friction and cushion the movement between the olecranon (the bony prominence of the elbow) and the overlying skin. Inflammation of the olecranon bursa, often due to repetitive pressure or trauma, is called olecranon bursitis. This condition can cause swelling, tenderness, and warmth around the elbow, and it may be caused by prolonged resting of the elbow on hard surfaces, infection, or injury.