Trochanteric Bursitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is trochanteric bursitis also known as?
A
Gluteal Cuff Syndrome
2
Q
Pathogenesis of gluteal cuff syndrome?
A
- Broad tendinous insertion of abductor muscle is under considerable strain
- Subject to tendonitis
- Subject to degeneration leading to tendon tears
- Trochanteric bursa can also become inflamed
- Similiar to rotator cuff problems of the shoulder
3
Q
Which adductor muscle is mainly involved?
A
Gluteus medius
4
Q
Signs and symptoms of gluteal cuff syndrome?
A
- Pain and tenderness in the region of the greater trochanter
- Pain on resisted abduction
5
Q
Treatment of trochanteric bursitis?
A
- Analgesics
- Anti-inflammatories
- Physio
- Steroid injection
- No surgical treatment has a proven benefit
