Rethinking lateral hip pain: Gluteal tendinopathy more common than trochanteric bursitis

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Rethinking lateral hip pain: Gluteal tendinopathy more common than trochanteric bursitis

Steve Targett

Steve Targett

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Putting on socks and shoes is not usually painful with gluteal tendinopathy

As part of our Summer Hiatus we have selected some Practice pieces from throughout the year that you might like to revisit over the summer. This article links through to ELearning

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Lateral hip pain is a common and disabling condition that is challenging to diagnose and treat. This article provides a concise overview of gluteal tendinopathy, now thought to be the primary cause of lateral hip pain

Lateral hip pain is com­mon and may originate from local lateral hip structures or be referred (most commonly from the lumbar spine)... Key points