Hip Pathology Flashcards
1
Q
What is greater trochanteric pain syndrome?
A
AKA trochanteric bursitis
Inflammation of the bursa between greater trochanter and fascia lata caused by acute or repetitive trauma
More common in women and active patients
2
Q
What are the symptoms?
A
Hip pain that radiates down lateral side of thigh to knee
Pain worse on movement and at night
3
Q
What are the signs?
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Point tenderness when palpating greater trochanter
Knee slightly flexed and active adduction of slightly flexed hip across midline produces pain
4
Q
What is the management?
A
Steroid injections helpful
Physio to stretch fascia lata
Rarely surgery
