Hip bursitis is a notoriously disruptive condition. It often causes disabling pain, which can make movement seem rather counterintuitive. While resting and avoiding activities that can strain your hips are imperative during the initial stages, physical therapy exercises eventually become the mainstay of your hip bursitis treatment as your symptoms begin to improve. These exercises,…
Hip Bursitis
Hip Bursitis: Common Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Hip bursitis is a common condition that can cause significant discomfort and limit daily activities for those who are affected. Whether you are an athlete or someone with a sedentary lifestyle, the pain and inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac near the hip joint, can impact your quality of life. With the growing number…
How to Treat Hip Bursitis
Bursitis refers to the inflammation of the bursae—the small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion and help the bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles near the joints glide smoothly during all kinds of movements. The hip is one of the joints particularly prone to bursitis. The condition commonly affects the two major bursae in the hip: the trochanteric…