Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome / Gluteal Tendinopathy

Outer Hip Pain

Pain and tenderness over the greater trochanter: historically called "trochanteric bursitis" but now recognised as primarily a gluteal tendinopathy (gluteus medius and minimus tendons) with or without secondary bursitis. The most common cause of lateral hip pain. Peak in women 40-60. Strong association with obesity, female sex, LBP, and reduced hip abductor strength.

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