Gluteal Tendinopathy
Gluteal Tendinopathy
Gluteal tendinopathy can occur in any of the 3 gluteal muscles (major, minor and medius). At Principle Four Osteopathy is commonly seen more often in the gluteus medius muscle which can be palpated on the lateral (outside) side of the hip. Signs and symptoms can involve tenderness to palpation around the lateral hip and pain with use, lying on the hip or standing for long periods.
Diagnosis of a gluteal tendinopathy is typically based on the case history presentation and physical assessment. In some cases the osteopath, GP or sports doctor may refer for further imaging.
Treatment and management typically involves modifications of activities to reduce further aggravation of the injury. Hands on manual therapy such as massage, manipulation and dry needling may also be performed to treat the lumbar spine, pelvis, hips and lower limb. In some cases the individual may also take over the counter medication or prescription medication or undergo injection based therapies. Exercise prescription and rehabilitation should also form a part of the management plan so that normal range of motion and strength and conditioning can be restored.
How Can An Osteopath At Principle Four Osteopathy Help You?
- Your Osteopath will take you through a detailed case history and assessment to help identify the cause of your injury and give you a diagnosis.
- Your Osteopath will provide you with a treatment and management plan that is appropriate for the injury or condition. This also includes listening to your goals as a client and ensuring that the treatment and management plan is discussed with you and focused towards you achieving these goals.
- In some cases your Osteopath may be required to refer for further assessment and investigation and this may be with one of our Trusted Professional Network of practitioners.
- Your Osteopath may provide hands on Osteopathy or provide you with an exercise prescription / rehabilitation program.
- Your Osteopath will provide you with a treatment and management program that educates and shows you how to better manage your condition through stretching, mobility and strengthening where appropriate.
To find out more about how to better treat and manage your back or neck pain, please call 03 9670 9290 or book an appointment online to see one of our Osteopaths at Principle Four Osteopathy.