Bursitis of the hip is the most common cause of hip pain. Trochanteric bursitis is inflammation of the bursa (a small, cushioning sac located where tendons pass over areas of bone around the joints), which lies over the prominent bone on the side of your hip (femur). The most commonly inflamed bursa is the superficial trochanteric bursa however, in severe cases the deep trochanteric bursa may become inflamed.
The trochanteric bursa may be inflamed by a group of muscles or tendons rubbing over the bursa and causing friction against the thigh bone. This injury can occur traumatically from a fall or a sport-related impact contusion or as a result of gradual onset by repetitive activities such as running, walking, standing for long periods. Typical secondary causes of bursitis also include: - Unequal leg length - Weak hip muscles - Osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease) of the hips or lower back - Calcium deposition in the gluteal tendons that run over the bursa - Rheumatoid arthritis.
First stages of treatment involve Managing your inflammation through ICE and techniques or exercises that deload the inflamed structures. While at the same time discovering the cause of the inflammation. Once discovered rehabilitation can be tailored to fit your needs to correct any insufficiencies or weakness you may have.
Some patients find taking anti-inflammatory Medications beneficial, and there has been some reported cases of Corticosteroid Injections being beneficial however the use of both should be discussed with your Osteopath or General Practitioner.
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