Pain on lateral aspect of hip over greater trochanter. |
Pain may radiate down lateral aspect of thigh but not below knee. |
External rotation of hip with abduction may exacerbate the pain. |
Pain may be exacerbated by physical activity (walking, climbing stairs, running) |
| More common in women than men. |
| Peak incidence 40–60 years of age but can occur in adult of any age. |
Sleep disturbance may be common when patient turns to lie on affected side. |
Classic feature is point tenderness on palpation directly over greater trochanter which reproduces the pain. |
