Hip, Buttock & Groin Injuries/Conditions

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Hip Bursitis

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Forum Name: Hip, Buttock & Groin Injuries/Conditions
Forum Description: Patients can post questions and experiences about hip, buttock & groin injuries/conditions.
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Topic: Hip Bursitis

Posted By: Ask a PT
Subject: Hip Bursitis
Date Posted: Oct 27 2010 at 2:09pm

Our user asked: "What physical therapy interventions are appropriate for greater trochanter bursitis?"

Ask a PT Response: "Please refer to our article on trochanteric bursitis: http://www.cyberpt.com/trochantericbursitis.asp - http://www.cyberpt.com/trochantericbursitis.asp
PT interventions can include:
• Rest
• Postural/Functional/Gait Training
• ROM exercises
• Stretching
• Strengthening/Stabilization
• Manual Therapy
• Modalities (ice, ultrasound, phonophoresis) "