Gluteal Tendon Tear

The gluteal tendons attach the pelvis bone to the thigh bone. They are important in helping to keep a level pelvis when walking or standing. Tears in the tendons can occur from trauma or degeneration with age and often cause pain around the outside (lateral) hip. Symptoms are typically aggravated by activity or when lying on the affected side.

Swelling adjacent to the tear is called “trochanteric bursitis”.