Hip Bursitis Treatment from Orthopaedic Experts Serving Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg & the Surrounding FL Areas

Hip BursitisHip bursitis is a condition characterized by the irritation and inflammation of the small, gel-filled sacs that cushion the bones, tendons, and muscles near the hip joints. The most common symptom of hip bursitis is sharp and intense pain that originates at the hip and extends to the outside of the thigh. The pain often worsens at night, after lying on an affected hip, after rising from a seated position, and with prolonged walking. For patients in Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, Florida, who are experiencing this type of discomfort, treatment is available from the Board-certified physicians at Tampa Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Group.

Hip bursitis can affect virtually anyone. The physicians at Tampa Orthopaedic in Tampa, FL, often see this condition in patients who have:

  • An overuse injury resulting from repetitive stress
  • A hip injury caused by trauma
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Bone spurs
  • Leg-length inequality

To diagnose hip bursitis, a physician at Tampa Orthopaedic will usually perform a comprehensive physical examination along with a focused examination of the hip area. Imaging studies, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and bone scans, can also be helpful for ruling out other conditions and injuries.

After a diagnosis is confirmed, hip bursitis is usually treated conservatively. Many patients are able to achieve sufficient relief through activity modification, physical therapy, steroid injections, and temporary use of crutches or canes. Surgical intervention is generally recommended only in very severe cases in which a patient’s quality of life is significantly affected.

If you’d like to consult with the Board-certified physicians at Tampa Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center about hip bursitis or any other orthopaedic condition or injury, please contact us to schedule an appointment. We treat patients from Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and all surrounding FL communities, including some of the area’s most talented professional athletes. Dr. Daniel Murphy serves as a team physician for the New York Yankees (who conduct their spring training in Tampa, FL), and Dr. Arnold Ramirez serves as a team physician for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.