Greater Trochanteric bursitis is a condition in which the sac that lies over the outside of the thing bone becomes inflamed and causes pain and stiffness in the hip area.
If conventional methods, including resting the affected area, applying ice, and taking anti-inflammatory drugs, don’t resolve the situation, a greater trochanteric bursa injection may help. This procedure is done by inserting a needle containing a local anesthetic and steroid medication into the affected area. The steroid takes 2 – 3 days to take effect and lasts for several weeks.
After the procedure, the patient rests for a few minutes and is then driven home by someone. Normal activities can be resumed the following day.