The anterior trochanteric bursa between the gluteus minimus and the anterior facet of the greater trochanter is distinct from the gluteus medius bursa at the superoposterior facet. It becomes inflamed in gluteus minimus tendinopathy and anterior GTPS. Ultrasound-guided injection targeting the anterior facet specifically treats anterior trochanteric bursitis.
Reduces friction between the gluteus minimus tendon and the anterior trochanteric facet during hip flexion and abduction
Anterior trochanteric bursitis produces pain at the anterior greater trochanter reproduced by resisted hip abduction in the flexed position and direct anterior trochanteric palpation. MRI shows signal change at the gluteus minimus-anterior facet interface. Targeted injection under ultrasound confirms the anatomy before therapeutic corticosteroid delivery.
Gluteus minimus bursal inflammation at the anterior greater trochanteric facet producing anterior hip pain managed with ultrasound-guided injection.
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