Is This the Most Overdiagnosed Orthopedic Condition?

🌐 More episodes and patient resources: https://thesurgeonunmasked.com You’ve been told you have hip bursitis (also called trochanteric bursitis)—but in many cases, the bursa isn’t the real problem. In this video, an orthopedic hip surgeon explains what outer hip pain (pain on the side of the hip) often represents and why the term “hip bursitis” is frequently outdated or misleading. We’ll cover the most common causes of lateral hip pain, how to think about pain location (front/groin vs side vs buttock), and why quick fixes like repeated injections may not address what’s actually driving symptoms. If you’ve had: Pain on the outside of the hip Pain when lying on that side Tenderness over the “hip bone” on the side “Hip bursitis” that keeps coming back …this episode is for you. Comment: Have you been diagnosed with hip bursitis or outer hip pain? What helped—and what didn’t? Medical disclaimer: This content is for education only and is not personal medical advice. If symptoms persist, worsen, or you have concerning pain with weight bearing, get evaluated by a qualified clinician. #HipBursitis #TrochantericBursitis #LateralHipPain #OuterHipPain #HipPain #GreaterTrochantericPainSyndrome #GTPS #GluteusMedius #GluteusMinimus #GlutealTendinopathy #ITBand #PhysicalTherapy #CortisoneInjection #PRP #OrthopedicSurgeon #HipSurgeon