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Lateral Hip Pain: Causes and Physiotherapy Treatment

Lateral Hip Pain: Causes and Physiotherapy Treatment
(By Dr. Deepika Bansal – Available in Balewadi, Wakad, Aundh, Pimple Saudagar)

Lateral hip pain refers to pain on the outer side of the hip, commonly affecting middle-aged women, athletes, and individuals with sedentary lifestyles. It is often misdiagnosed as hip joint arthritis, but in many cases, it is due to gluteal tendinopathy or trochanteric bursitis.

Common causes include:
πŸ”Ή Gluteus medius/minimus tendinopathy
πŸ”Ή Trochanteric bursitis
πŸ”Ή Iliotibial (IT) band friction syndrome
πŸ”Ή Referred pain from lower back or SI joint
πŸ”Ή Poor biomechanics and prolonged standing or side-lying posture

At Dr. Deepika Bansal’s physiotherapy clinic, the treatment approach includes:
βœ”οΈ Thorough assessment to identify the exact cause
βœ”οΈ Activity modification to reduce repetitive strain
βœ”οΈ Strengthening exercises for gluteal and core muscles
βœ”οΈ Stretching tight structures like the IT band
βœ”οΈ Gait and posture correction
βœ”οΈ Pain-relieving modalities – ultrasound, IFT, dry needling, or laser
βœ”οΈ Education on ergonomics and safe movements

Lateral hip pain is treatable without surgery if addressed early. Book a session with Dr. Deepika Bansal for a customized, evidence-based physiotherapy plan tailored to your needs.

 2025-08-01T01:13:03

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