After filling the doctor in with all of the specifics of the injury, and having him contort my right leg in all sorts of ways, he decided that it is likely trochanteric bursitis. With the way he was moving my leg around and pressing on the area that hurts during my runs, if it was a tear or fracture, it would like have hurt, and it didn’t hurt at all.
Trochanteric bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa sac that sits between the greater trochanter (bony point at the outside top of the femur bone) and the muscles and tendons that run along the outside of the upper thigh. In runners, it is typically seen in conjunction with ITB syndrome, but not always. However, if it is related, then downhill running and slower running can lead to greater aggravation and inflammation of the trochanteric bursa.
Before leaving the doctor’s office, I got an cortisone injection, and the following instructions:
Here are some additional links:
If any of you have experience with this injury, please feel free to leave a comment with advice, links, etc. Thanks!
Hi Bryan, I am curious about your bursitis and cortisone shot. I am currently training for my first marathon and only have one long run remaining (20 mi this Sunday) before the race. I have severe trochanteric bursitis in both hips. This is my fourth time dealing with it related to distance running. I have a dr. appt early next week and am thinking a cortisone shot (two, actually) is exactly what I need. I am just worried about how long I'll need to take off afterward. The race is 10/19. Like I said, I am going to suffer through every step of this Sunday's 20-mi run, and then I will be tapering until the race. What was your experience with the cortisone? How long did you have to take off from running? Was the relief immediate and long-lasting? Thanks so much, Joy
Posted by Joy on 9/26/2008 4:11:12 PM
I have practiced Martial Arts for over 6 years and also weight train. About 8 months ago, I began having severe pain in my left hip when working out, if I had to walk very much, or if I tried to sit or lay on that hip. Needless to say I didn't get a lot of sleep it hurt so bad. Chiropractor diagnosed Trochanteric Bursitis, gave me some stretches to do before working out, ice 1 an hour for the first 12 hours and then as often as I could, and take Motrin, advil, etc. I did all that, not a lot of help, then I was introduced to "Serrapeptase", and it has absolutely saved me from pain. It is an enzyme produced in the intestintes of silk worms, and has been used in Europe for over 20 years as a alternative to non-sterodial anti-inflammatory agents. No side effects of any kind, no interactions with medication, zip! I started out taking between 4-8 a day for about 20 days, now I take 2 a day and no pain! I've even gone off of it to see if it just went away on it's own, but within 24 hours the pain is back. I posted the website where you can go and read more about it. I even put my 66 year old mother on it, and as long as she takes it her knees do not hurt her! Good Luck
Posted by Rebel on 11/24/2008 5:13:22 PM
I have to agree with Rebel! I have had several issues with a neuroma of the foot and Trochanteric Bursitis. I have been using Serrapeptase for both and it is a miracle pill!! The anti-inflamatory aspects of the pill is astounding and has helped like no other. I highly recommend it. But, I am finding that when ordering on Amazon, it is getting harder and harder to get. I am starting to think that there are others with the same idea!! If I have been having a lot of pain, I take up to 3 pills 3 times a day. As things get better, I cut down to less. I almost hate to tell anyone about it because I feel the price and availability is going to be tougher. But, I hate to not pass on such great news to others who are suffering.
Posted by lighthouse on 12/2/2008 10:13:57 PM
For hip bursitis I use Meriva SR and Gold Bond Triple Action lotion (green bottle) The pain has diminished.
Posted by Rita on 6/29/2011 7:02:03 AM
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Posted by Sherri on 1/25/2013 9:08:30 PM