The trochanteritis or trochanteric bursitis It is a very common pathology produced in the hip. It is very important to be evaluated by a hip specialist for a correct diagnosis and subsequent specific treatment.
What is trochanteritis?
Trochanteritis is a hip joint pathology, located in the trochanter, that is, in the protrusion of the femur located in the thigh area. It is usually a painful injury that can affect the patient's daily activities.
Main causes of trochanteritis or trochanteric bursitis
The Causes of trochanteritis can be very diverse, depending on the patient's symptoms and clinical history. On some occasions, trochanteritis arises as a consequence of different trauma to the hip or repetitive microtrauma, that is, injuries caused by repeated practice of a certain movement. In other cases, it is due to excessive friction between the bones of the joint, which produces wear and inflammation in the area.
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Request diagnosisOn the other hand, the Overweight is one of the most common causes of trochanteritis, since a high BMI causes excessive pressure on the hip bones, which increases the risk of developing inflammation in the area. Along the same lines, repeated practice of impact sports can favor the development of trochanteritis.
Lastly, the trochanteritis is common in patients with previous hip pathologies or, patients who have undergone previous hip surgery. In addition, it is common in elderly people with degenerative diseases that cause accelerated wear of bones, which also increases the risk of hip breaks and fractures.
Most common symptoms in trochanteritis
As mentioned previously, one of the The most common symptoms of trochanteritis are intense pain in the area.. In many cases, this pain can radiate along the legs, and be accompanied by inflammation in the joint.
In addition, the patient usually has difficulty walking, as well as pain when remaining in the same position for prolonged periods of time. Usually, Patients with trochanteritis present with hip stiffness and weakness, which directly affects the practice of their usual activities.
Diagnosis of trochanteritis
Once the patient comes to the doctor's office hip specialist traumatologist Once this symptomatology has manifested, first of all, a physical examination of the area will be carried out, in which different exercises will be carried out and those points in which the most pain is manifested will be observed, as well as those movements in which the greatest pain is present. difficulty when doing them.
Usually, it is necessary for the patient to undergo various diagnostic imaging tests, which allow the location and exact extent of the lesion to be known. These tests are usually ultrasounds and x-rays. In cases where the causes of the injury have not been defined with both tests, the patient may undergo an MRI, which allows the area to be observed more accurately.
Recommended treatments for trochanteritis
Once a complete diagnosis of the patient's injury has been made, the most appropriate treatment will be prescribed to help relieve pain and, to the extent possible, help the patient recover their quality of life and resume their normal activities. usual rhythm of life.
Firstly, the prescription of rest is usually common, accompanied by a prescribed anti-inflammatory treatment, which helps relieve pain and reduce inflammation of the joint.
Once the inflammation has subsided, it is usually recommended that the patient undergo rehabilitation treatment, which helps recover the range of mobility of the joint, as well as strengthening the surrounding muscles.
Some exercises that can be done when presenting trochanteritis They are swimming, specific exercises for the piriformis muscle or running with certain guidelines depending on the degree of trochanteritis that occurs.
In the most serious cases, in which the patient's injury does not respond or improve with these treatments, surgery may be considered using hip endoscopy, in which the aggression to the tissues will be minimal.
How to prevent trochanteritis?
In some cases, especially those related to degenerative diseases, trochanteritis cannot be avoided. However, on other occasions, the trochanteritis can be avoided following certain guidelines. First of all, controlling body weight, through healthy eating and moderate physical activity. Additionally, impact exercises that put excessive pressure on the joint should be avoided. Finally, it is advisable to avoid forced postures or positions for prolonged periods of time.
As explained, it is important to go to a specialist if symptoms or pain appear in the hip. In this way, an appropriate treatment can be applied that helps minimize the consequences of the injury on the patient's quality of life.
23 thoughts on “¿Qué es la trocanteritis? Causas y tratamientos”
Hello how are you? I was diagnosed with trocateritis (left). It all started with pain in the groin...which increased to the point of not being able to walk. After ultrasound, MRI and x-rays, the diagnosis was made. But I also have a joint effusion and temporary osteoporosis in my left hip. All of this came out in the studies. Is it normal or is it a symptom of trocateritis to have very painful pinches that go from the groin upwards?
Thank you! Regards, Gabriela
Hello Gabriela!
Thanks for your comment. It is normal that with a diagnosis of trochanteritis you manifest the symptoms you mention. It is best to consult your trusted traumatologist so that he or she can prescribe a treatment that will help relieve the pain. However, if you have any questions, write to us at our email clinicaelgeadi@clinicaelgeadi.com
All the best!
Hello good morning!
Last year I was diagnosed with trochanderitis (left) I did physical therapy and it went well but I didn't continue, again I have pain in the area, in the knee and now in the buttock, it's like a sudden rush... it may have been the ride a bike, type of daily walk? It's the only new thing I've done, however now, I can't even walk, it hurts a lot, I'm on ice and anti-inflammatories.
Thanks for the reply…
Hello Antonella,
Trochantertis is usually caused by weakness of the gluteus medius in most cases. But you always have to determine other causes of it and study the spine to see that there are no more pathologies that could cause it.
All the best.
Hello! I am currently having a pain crisis “supposedly trochanteritis”. I have had groin pain for years, which goes up to the hip and also reflects in the back (waist) on the left side, those pains came and went, but I have had persistent pain for several days now, I have had an x-ray And what I have is a pinching, the “supposed trochanteritis” thing the doctor just told me, if it doesn't improve with painkillers, she told me that the next thing would be to infiltrate, would that be a good solution? Thanks in advance, greetings!
Hello Esperanza, I honestly would not make that decision without a detailed in-person examination by a professional. If you're not sure what your doctor tells you, try someone else; We are happy to help you if you want to make an appointment with us.
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Bonjour, Ilya a des mois que j'ai une douleur bien établie côté droit au level de la hanche ça me fait mal principalement en montant les escaliers et douleur ressentie au level de la jambe et l'intérieur du genou droit j'ai une ostéoporosis et suis suis traité
Cette douleur pourrait t_elle come from ça?
Bonjour Sylva,
Cela pourrait être. More our aurions are subjected to a medical examination to confirm it.
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Bonjour
J'ai une trochantérite droite, j'ai fait des séances de kine, ondes de chocs, injection plasma, repos et cela dura depuis 4 ans maintenant que puis je en déduire et/ou attendre vais je retrouve mon autonomie un jour
Sachant que j'ai mon genoux droit bien abîmé, commance à avoir mal au tedon d'Achille gauche, tendinite épaule droite et ma hanche gauche plus abîmé que la droite
Fatigue d'avoir m1l depuis si longtemps
Merci pour votre return
Bonjour Drut,
You devriez suivre une rééducation par la kinésithérapie.
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Hello, I was diagnosed with right trochanteritis and was initially prescribed physical therapy. But they also mentioned that it may be related to the chronic anemia that I suffer from or high cholesterol. Could you expand a little on the latter?
Thank you so much!!
Hello Fernanda,
Anemia can affect your recovery as it means that not enough oxygen reaches the tissues through red blood cells. Although we cannot know if it is related and we cannot affirm in any way that it is the cause.
Greetings
Good morning in this part of the planet:
I wanted to ask, can trochanteritis lead to meralgia paresthetica?
And trochanteritis can be caused by having one leg longer than the other?
Hello Maria Marta,
Trochanteritis can irritate nearby nerves, but it rarely causes meralgia paresthetica. Having a longer leg can make trochanteritis worse.
Greetings
Bonjour, j'aurais souhaité savoir si on peut faire du vélo avec une trochanterite? D'avance merci pour votre réponse.
Mme Marty
Bonjour, oui, le vélo est généralement sans danger en cas de trochanterite car il n'implique pas autant d'impact sur la hanche. Cependant, it is important to adjust the height of the selle and de faire du vélo with moderation to éviter d'aggraver l'inflammation.
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Hello, 9 months ago I had surgery for cervical myliopathy.
3 levels via previous route c5c6c6c7 I am going to rehabilitation and he told me that I have incomplete tretraplegia ASI D. And I cannot walk normally with my right leg, which is the affected one. What solution is there to walk normally again as before?
Hello José María,
Hello,
We're so sorry to hear about your situation. Cervical myelopathy and incomplete tetraplegia are complex conditions that require a personalized treatment approach.
Each case is unique and depends on various factors for the return to normal walking, such as the severity of the condition and the response to treatment. We recommend that you continue to work closely with your medical and rehabilitation team, who can offer you the best treatment options and guide you through your recovery process.
If you'd like a second opinion or evaluation, we can help you review your case. You can schedule an appointment with our team by calling (+34) 910 053 900. We'll be happy to assist you with any questions you may have.
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Hello,
Je souffre de trochanderite et de la maladie de Parkinson. Ya-t'il a lien, vu que la mobilité est affectée? Is it that cela is going to complicate months of placements? Is there a solution other than anti-inflammatories?
Thank you
Hello,
Merci pour votre message. La trochantérite et la maladie de Parkinson pourraient être liées, dans la mesure où les peuvent toutes deux influence la mobilité. It is possible that the pain caused by the trochantérite s'ajoute à la raideur et aux troubles moteurs associés à la maladie de Parkinson, ce qui pourrait compliquer les déplacements.
Il exist des approches complémentaires aux anti-inflammatoires, telles que la kinésithérapie adaptée, les étirements ciblés, et parfois les infiltrations si la pain persiste. A personal evaluation by a specialist will allow you to determine the most appropriate treatment for your situation.
N'hésitez pas à consulter un professionnel pour un suivi adaptedé.
Good to you.
Bonjour je souffre d une trochanterite depuis plus 1 ans après avoir passer par des infiltration sans succès de la kiné sans succès qui a même aggravé la douleurs j ai fais radio écho scanner irm j ai vu un orthopédiste ect ca revient tjrs au même résultat j ai bientôt rdv avec un rhumatologue pour trouver une solution je boîte douleur au toucher de la hanche mal dans l aine ca descente jusqu au genou mon pied est engourdi et la douleur montr dans le bas du dos qu'elle solution me reste t il? Je suis a bout merci
Good evening,
Je souffre également d'une trochanderite depuis plusieurs mois. Ça tire juqu'au pied, je sens des fourmillements Pour l'instant je fais de la kine, si ça ne marche pas avec la kine, le kinésithérapeute m'a proposé de faire des waves de choc. J'expère que ça va guérir, je souffre, . Pourriez-vous me dire quel médecin spécialiste je devrais aller voir. Mercy
Bonsoir, si la douleur « tire jusqu'au pied » avec fourmillements, il faut also verifier une irritation nerveuse (lombaire/sciatique) en plus d'une trochantérite. The most adapted specialist is a doctor of physical medicine and rehabilitation or a rhumatologue (or an orthopedist). Poursuivre la kiné est pertinent, et les waves de choc peuvent aider selon le diagnosis confirmedé.