GTPS Flashcards
1
Q
What does GTPS stand for
A
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
2
Q
What causes GTPS- pathology
A
Tendinopathy of glut med and min &/ bursa pathology
Compressive force of ITB on tendons onto greater trochanter
3
Q
Risk factors for GTPS
A
Female
40-60
Menopausal
Low femoral shaft angle
4
Q
Pathology GTPS
A
Repetitive friction of ITB on tendons causes micro trauma and inflammation
