Robert Moghim MD
Anchor Healthcare
Trochanteric Bursitis
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Trochanteric bursitis occurs when a fluid-filled sac (bursa) near the hip becomes inflamed, causing pain on the hip's outer side. The bursa reduces friction between the hip bone, muscles, and tendons, but irritation can lead to discomfort and stiffness. This condition may be confused with gluteus medius and minimus tendopathy as they present similarly.
Trochanteric bursitis can develop due to: ✔️ Repetitive movements like running or excessive walking. ✔️ Falls or direct pressure on the hip. ✔️ Tight muscles, leg discrepancies, or spinal issues that stress the hip.
Symptoms include sharp or aching pain on the hip's outer side, worsening with stairs, prolonged walking, or lying on the affected side, known as the Ober's sign. Diagnosis is usually through a physical exam, and sometimes imaging tests like X-rays or MRIs rule out other conditions.
Most cases are managed without surgery using: ✔️ Rest and activity modification. ✔️ Anti-inflammatory medications. ✔️ Physical therapy to improve flexibility and strength.
If symptoms persist, injections may be used to reduce inflammation. Surgery is rare and considered only when other treatments fail.
Preventing flare-ups involves staying active while avoiding repetitive hip strain, using physical therapy or home exercise programs. Regenerative medicine options, such as PRP injections, may help reduce inflammation and promote healing.
If you experience persistent hip pain, early treatment can improve mobility and comfort. Talk to our team for the best treatment plan.
FAQs
How can flare-ups of trochanteric bursitis be prevented?
Preventing flare-ups involves staying active while avoiding repetitive hip strain, incorporating physical therapy or home exercise programs into your routine, and potentially exploring regenerative medicine options like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to reduce inflammation and promote healing.
How is trochanteric bursitis diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically involves a physical exam to assess pain and mobility, often accompanied by imaging tests like X-rays or MRIs to rule out other conditions. In some cases, a diagnostic injection may be used to confirm the source of pain.
What are the treatment options for trochanteric bursitis?
Non-surgical treatments include rest, activity modification, anti-inflammatory medications, and physical therapy to improve flexibility and strength. If symptoms persist, corticosteroid injections may be administered to reduce inflammation. Surgery is rarely needed and considered only if all other treatments fail.
What is trochanteric bursitis and how does it occur?
Trochanteric bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa near the hip's greater trochanter, a fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between the hip bone, muscles, and tendons. This condition often results from repetitive movements like running, trauma from falls, or underlying issues such as spinal problems or leg discrepancies, which place stress on the hip.
What symptoms are associated with trochanteric bursitis?
Common symptoms include sharp or aching pain on the hip's outer side, which may worsen with activities like climbing stairs, prolonged walking, or lying on the affected side. Some individuals may also experience tenderness, swelling, or stiffness around the hip.