Symptoms
Lateral Thigh & Hip Pain
Lateral hip pain over the greater trochanter, commonly from gluteus medius, minimus and TFL — often labeled 'bursitis'.
Overview
Lateral hip pain over the greater trochanter, commonly from gluteus medius, minimus and TFL — often labeled 'bursitis'. Identifying which muscle reproduces the patient's familiar pain on palpation guides treatment and often produces meaningful change alongside standard care.
Primary Symptoms
Secondary Symptoms
References
- • Travell & Simons — Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction
Medically reviewed by: Physio Energy clinical team — physiotherapists specialised in myofascial pain · Last reviewed:
