Hip & Pelvis
Pain on the outside of the hip
Medical name: Gluteal Tendinopathy
Irritation of the tendons on the outer hip, the most common cause of lateral hip pain.
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Typical signs
- Pain on the outer hip
- Pain lying on that side at night
- Pain crossing the legs
How physiotherapy helps
Removing compressive positions, then progressive abductor loading — usually very effective without injections.
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