Lateral hip pain
Trochanteric bursitis
If your hip is bothering you, it could be a sign of trochanteric bursitis — find out how we can help
About lateral hip pain
Need to know
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What are the symptoms of trochanteric bursitis? icon plus
Some of your symptoms may include:
- pain when climbing the stairs, getting out of a chair or walking
- swelling or tenderness on the side of your hip
- pain when lying on the affected hip
- buttock pain or weakness
Quite often, your symptoms will get better over time. If they don't, our dedicated orthopaedic experts are here to help.
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How is lateral hip pain diagnosed? icon plus
In most cases, your symptoms will go away over time. If they don't, we may be able to carry out tests to get to the root of the problem. Your GP or consultant will discuss these with you and answer any questions you might have. -
Potential treatment options icon plus
Your consultant will explain your treatment options when you meet them. These might range from anti-inflammatory medication or injections to sessions with our expert physiotherapy teams.
Our hip consultants
Our locations
From complex hip surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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The Portland Hospital
205 - 209 Great Portland Street
London W1W 5AH
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HCA UK at The Shard
The Shard
32 St Thomas Street
London SE1 9BS
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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HCA UK City of London - 31 Old Broad Street
London
EC2N 1HT
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Chelsea Outpatients
272 & 280 Kings Road
London SW3 5AW
Request a hip or pelvis appointment
We're happy to help you make an appointment with one of our experienced hip consultants. We can also make imaging and outpatient physiotherapy appointments for you.
Call us today
020 7079 4344