Gluteal tendinopathy is a common cause of lateral hip pain, often making walking, running, sitting, and sleeping uncomfortable.
Our specialist physiotherapy approach focuses on reducing pain, improving tendon load tolerance, and restoring confidence in daily and sporting activities.
Gluteal tendinopathy is a common cause of pain on the outside of the hip and is sometimes also referred to as trochanteric bursitis, greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS), or lateral hip pain. It occurs when the tendons of the gluteal muscles, which support and move your hip, become irritated or damaged—often due to overuse, weakness, or excessive pressure on the hip tendons. It can be extremely debilitating and can have a large impact on your quality of life- preventing you from doing daily activities or things that you love.
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How We Can Help Manage Gluteal Tendinopathy
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At Solent Specialist Physiotherapy, we are experts in diagnosing and treating gluteal tendinopathy (also known as trochanteric bursitis, GTPS, or lateral hip pain). A strong diagnosis is essential to ensure the right treatment plan, as this condition can often be mistaken for other hip or lower back problems.Â
Our approach is based on the latest evidence-based rehabilitation, focusing on reducing pain, improving strength, and restoring function. Your personalised treatment plan may include:Â
1.Targeted strengthening exercises to improve gluteal muscle function and reduce strain on the tendons. Also exercises to improve core strength and general lower limb strength and stability.
2.Load management strategies- a crucial part of managing this painful condition is to identify how and when the tendon is being compressed. We will work with you to address this important step and help you return to daily activities and exercise safely.Â
3.Hands-on treatment to ease discomfort and improve movement where appropriate.Â
4.Guidance on lifestyle modifications to prevent aggravation and recurrence of symptoms.Â
5.If further investigations such as MRI or ultrasound imaging are needed, we can arrange referrals to confirm the diagnosis.
6.Injection therapy If appropriate, we can administer injection therapy to help manage pain and support your rehabilitation.Â
Our goal is to provide expert, tailored care so you can move comfortably and confidently again and get back to doing the things you love.Â
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Support options for gluteal tendinopathy
At Solent Specialist Physiotherapy, we believe that face-to-face assessment and treatment offer the best foundation for managing gluteal tendinopathy, particularly when symptoms are persistent or complex. Being able to assess movement, loading patterns and tissue response in person allows care to be truly tailored to what your hip needs.
At the same time, we understand that attending appointments isn’t always possible. If you are not local to the Solent area, or you would prefer structured support you can follow at home, the Fix Your Hips Gluteal Tendinopathy Programme — developed by Victoria Smith (specialist hip physiotherapist, 26 years’ experience) — may be a helpful option. It is evidence-based and video-led, with education, guidance around everyday aggravating factors, and a graded strengthening plan.
