Condition Pain Condition Benchmarked

Lateral Hip Pain (Trochanteric)

Pain over the greater trochanter, commonly gluteal tendinopathy or trochanteric bursitis. Assessment targets hip abductor strength, ITB tension, pelvic stability, and compressive loading positions.

Clinical note: Avoid positions that compress the trochanter: lying on the affected side, crossing legs, standing with hip dropped. Load management without compression is key.
6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors
4
Red Flags

Key ROM Tests

1 Hip Abduction
2 Hip Internal Rotation
3 Obers Test
4 Single Leg Balance
5 Pelvic Tilt Classification
6 Gait Analysis

Risk Factors Assessed

Hip Abduction
Obers Test
Hip Internal Rotation
Single Leg Balance

Expected Timeline

8-16 weeks for bursitis, 12-24 weeks for gluteal tendinopathy, avoid compression positions throughout

Frequently Asked Questions

Can lateral hip pain (trochanteric) be corrected with exercise?
Typical improvement timeline is 8-16 weeks for bursitis, 12-24 weeks for gluteal tendinopathy, avoid compression positions throughout. The protocol includes 4 prioritized corrective interventions and screens for red flags that require medical referral.
What assessments are done for lateral hip pain (trochanteric)?
The protocol assesses Hip Abduction, Hip Internal Rotation, Obers Test, Single Leg Balance. Each test identifies the specific driver of the condition, guiding the corrective sequence.
Is lateral hip pain (trochanteric) the same for everyone?
No. The assessment differentiates structural from functional causes and identifies the individual's primary driver. The corrective plan is ordered by priority, with the highest-leverage corrections addressed first.
How do I get started with the Lateral Hip Pain (Trochanteric) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Lateral Hip Pain (Trochanteric) protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Protocol Details

Category
Condition
Subcategory
Pain Condition
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
4
Benchmarked
Yes
Red Flag Screens
4
Timeline
8-16 weeks for bursitis, 12-24 weeks for gluteal tendinopathy, avoid compression positions throughout
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