Understanding the Condition
Hip bursitis often develops from prolonged pressure on one side, overuse from walking or running, or tightness in the glutes and IT band. It may also follow a fall or bump to the outer hip.
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Mechanism of Injury (MOI)
Hip Bursitis is a common issue we treat at Gulf Islands Chiropractic. Whether it's caused by poor posture, repetitive strain, athletic injury, or long-standing dysfunction, our approach is designed to treat not just the pain, but the underlying cause.
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Common Symptoms

• Sharp or aching pain on the outer side of the hip

• Pain when lying on the affected side or crossing legs

• Tenderness to touch over the greater trochanter

• Discomfort when climbing stairs or walking uphill

• Stiffness or tightness in the hip and glute region

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Clinical Insight
Clinically, bursitis may show:

• Tenderness over the lateral hip (greater trochanter)

• Pain with resisted hip abduction or external rotation

• Positive Ober’s test or Trendelenburg sign

• Associated glute medius/minimus weakness or tightness

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How We Treat It

At Gulf Islands Chiropractic, we use a tailored combination of evidence-informed therapies to treat hip bursitis:

• Cupping Therapy

• Vibration Therapy

• Active Release

• Shockwave Therapy

These therapies are selected based on your specific presentation, comfort level, and goals. We always begin with a detailed assessment to determine the best path forward.
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Why Choose Local, Integrated Care

Living on Salt Spring Island, you don’t have to travel far for high-quality care. Our Neuro-Release Therapy™ system integrates chiropractic, soft tissue, and rehabilitation techniques for long-term relief — not just symptom management.