Mangiarelli Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Blog
Physical Therapy for Gluteal Tendinopathy
Gluteal tendinopathy involves inflammation and degeneration of the gluteal tendon due to overuse and excessive loading of the tendon, causing severe lateral hip pain. The key to tendon healing is appropriate, gradual loading to restore tendon strength and resilience to stressors. Physical therapy can decrease gluteal tendinopathy pain, appropriately load and strengthen the gluteal tendon, and improve the individual’s function and mobility through a progressive gluteal strengthening exercise program.