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Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome Treatment in Cardiff

What Is Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome?

Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a common condition causing pain around the outside of the hip. It is often related to irritation and overload of the gluteal tendons and surrounding tissues near the bony point on the side of the hip called the greater trochanter.

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GTPS is sometimes previously labelled as “trochanteric bursitis,” although current understanding shows that tendon overload and gluteal tendinopathy are frequently the main contributors.

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At The Cardiff Chiropractors, we use a combination of Shockwave Therapy, rehabilitation exercises, and movement-based treatment approaches to help reduce pain, improve hip function, and support long-term recovery.

Common Symptoms of Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome

Symptoms may develop gradually or following increased activity and can include:

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  • Pain on the outside of the hip

  • Pain when lying on the affected side

  • Discomfort walking or climbing stairs

  • Pain during running or exercise

  • Pain after prolonged standing

  • Tenderness over the side of the hip

  • Pain getting out of a car or chair

  • Stiffness or weakness around the hip

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Symptoms are often aggravated by prolonged compression of the hip area, repetitive loading, or reduced gluteal strength.

What Causes Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome?

GTPS is usually related to overload and irritation of the gluteal tendons and surrounding structures.

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Contributing factors may include:

  • Reduced gluteal strength

  • Sudden increases in walking or exercise

  • Running overload

  • Poor lower limb control

  • Prolonged standing

  • Hip weakness

  • Altered movement mechanics

  • Compression through the side of the hip

  • Previous lower back, hip, or knee problems

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The condition is more common in active adults and can sometimes persist if aggravating movements continue without adequate recovery.

How Can Shockwave Therapy Help?

Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing responses within irritated tendon tissue.

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For Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome, Shockwave Therapy may help by:

  • Reducing persistent hip pain

  • Stimulating tissue healing

  • Improving local blood flow

  • Reducing tendon sensitivity

  • Supporting gluteal tendon recovery

  • Helping improve walking and activity tolerance

 

Shockwave Therapy is typically combined with targeted rehabilitation exercises for best results.

What To Expect During Treatment

Your assessment will include discussing your symptoms, activity levels, sleep position, exercise habits, and goals. We will assess hip strength, movement control, walking mechanics, and loading tolerance.

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Treatment may include:

  • Shockwave Therapy

  • Gluteal strengthening exercises

  • Hip stability rehabilitation

  • Mobility and flexibility work

  • Load management advice

  • Hands-on therapy

  • Running or activity modification guidance

  • Return-to-exercise planning

 

Treatment is tailored to your symptoms, goals, and activity levels.

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