Bursitis is one of the most common hip injuries we see at Medical Care of Western New York at Buffalo. Fluid-filled sacs called bursae are responsible for cushioning the joints. If the bursae become inflamed, they can’t provide the cushioning you need. This painful condition is diagnosed as bursitis.
This is often an overuse injury. If you run, bicycle, climb stairs, or stand for long periods of time, you might put too much pressure on your bursa, leading to the injury. You can also get bursitis due to a hip injury, spine disease, rheumatoid arthritis, or bone spurs. It’s even possible to get this condition if one of your legs is longer than the other.
You can expect to feel pain that begins at the point of your hip and moves to the outer thigh if you have this condition. This usually begins as a sharp pain in a specific area. If the condition goes untreated, it will likely become a dull ache that spans the entire hip. This makes it difficult to stand, walk, and run.
Medical Care of Western New York at Buffalo can diagnose and treat hip bursitis. The treatment protocol might include medications, assistive devices, and physical therapy. Since we provide all of these options in one place, you do not have to worry about traveling around New York to get the necessary treatment.