In this lesson, you will learn what hip bursitis is, how it occurs, and its symptoms and treatments. Hip bursitis occurs when the outer bursa (a fluid-filled sac) becomes inflamed due to a direct blow or repeated impact. Find more sports injury information at Injuries Main.
Description: Hip Bursitis
On the outside of the hip are two bursae. Bursae are small fluid-filled sacs located between movable parts of the body, especially at joints. In the illustration above, you can see a muscle connecting the pelvis (hip bone) with the femur (thigh bone). Close to the femur are the two bursae we are referring to. The outer bursa can become inflamed from a direct blow or repeated impact. For example:
- Practicing butterfly twists and consistently landing on your hips
- Repeating the same judo throw multiple times and landing on your hips
Symptoms: Hip Bursitis
- Pain on the outside of the hip, which worsens when running (especially on uneven surfaces)
- Pain when pressure is applied
- Swelling on the outside of the hip
- Pain radiating down the thigh while sleeping
- Pain when lifting the leg sideways (for example, during a sidekick)
Treatment: Hip Bursitis
- Rest until there is no pain
- Apply ice to the outside of the hip to reduce inflammation and relieve pain
- Run only on flat, even ground (avoid cross-country or freerunning)
- Avoid practicing acrobatics or throwing techniques
- Consult a doctor
Trainer Advice: Hip Bursitis
- Avoid falling on your hip while the bursa is inflamed
- If you do not rest sufficiently, pain may persist for weeks or even months
- In some cases, a doctor may need to aspirate the bursa (drain fluid with a needle) or administer a steroid injection
- In severe cases, surgery may be necessary
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