Trochanteric bursitis is a condition where the bursa (a small fluid-filled sac) near the outside of the hip becomes inflamed, causing pain on the outer hip or thigh. It’s often triggered by overuse, injury, or muscle imbalance. Physiotherapy is one of the most effective treatments. 🦵
Effective Physiotherapy Approaches
1. Stretching Exercises
Gentle stretching helps reduce tension around the hip.
Common stretches
- Iliotibial band stretch
- Hip flexor stretch
- Piriformis stretch
These stretches improve flexibility and reduce pressure on the inflamed bursa.
2. Strengthening Exercises
Strengthening the hip muscles helps stabilize the joint.
Examples:
- Glute bridge
- Clamshell exercise
- Side-lying leg raise
Strong gluteal muscles reduce stress on the hip.
3. Activity Modification
Physiotherapists may recommend:
- Avoiding prolonged standing or crossing legs
- Reducing running or repetitive hip movements
- Sleeping with a pillow between the knees
4. Manual Therapy
A physiotherapist may use:
- Soft tissue massage
- Joint mobilization
- Trigger point release
These techniques help reduce pain and improve mobility.
5. Pain Relief Techniques
- Ice therapy (10–15 minutes)
- Ultrasound therapy used in physiotherapy clinics
- Posture and gait correction
✅ Most people improve within 6–12 weeks with consistent physiotherapy and proper activity modification.
💡 If you want, I can also show you 3 simple physiotherapy exercises doctors recommend for trochanteric bursitis that you can do safely at home.
