Sometimes the medical system is too reductionist and gives false diagnoses.
Hip bursitis is often one of these.
Most of the time it's a complex situation that involves many structures. This is why recent research is referring to it as Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome.
A recent article describes some of the complexity of this diagnosis.
“We know from imaging studies that symptoms are typically driven by tendinopathic changes at the glute tendons which is linked to metabolic health, and metabolic dysregulation. GTPS is commonly seen in peri-menopausal and middle Aged patient with other medial risk factors (21-23). Therefore, arguably the most important interventions involve improving metabolic health, education around tendon loading, lifestyle measures and identifying reversible risk factors.”
Lifestyle can influence many things. And in these cases it is often very important.
Give us a call if you need help with your hip pain.
https://blogs.bmj.com/bjsm/?p=11314
