Rethinking Trochanteric Bursitis: Surgical Perspectives and Outcomes in Hip Replacement
Recent research challenges the traditional view of trochanteric bursitis as merely inflammation of the hip bursa. Studies reveal lateral hip pain often stems from tendon degeneration and biomechanical issues rather than inflammation. This insight is transforming diagnosis and treatment, particularly for hip replacement patients. Advanced surgical techniques like trochanteric reduction osteotomy and gluteal fascial transposition target the underlying causes more effectively than bursectomy. Combined with tailored physiotherapy, these approaches improve pain relief, hip function, and patient outcomes. Understanding the complex causes of lateral hip pain enables more precise treatments, enhancing recovery and mobility after hip surgery.
