A bursa is a fluid filled sac that sits between muscles/tendons and the bone.  The bursa helps to reduce frictions between the different structures, and allows for continuous, smooth movement without injury to the involved structures.  However, the bursa can become irritated and inflamed causing issues.  Because of the inflammatory nature of this condition, there can be observable swelling around the affected area. The hip has four bursae that can become inflamed.  The one that is most typically involved is the greater trochanteric bursae, often called trochanteric bursitis. Early therapy should include rest, and ice (as tolerated). Mechanical dysfunction is often a contributing factor in causing bursitis, which our therapists are trained to assess and treat. Activity modification is also a key component to therapy, and our therapist will help pinpoint which activities need to be modified.

Associated Symptoms:

• Lateral hip pain
• Radiating pain down outside of leg
• Groin pain
• Snapping in the hip
• Difficulty walking
• Pain with lying on the affected side
• Tender to touch
• Difficulty transitioning from a seated to standing position