Physiotherapist Led Tronchanteric Pain Treatment

Our trochantericic pain syndrome treatments are for people who wish to be truly free from chronic pain. This means using trochanteric pain treatments that target its true causes. 

Our trochanteric pain treatments combine cutting-edge pain technologies with hands-on methods and tailored rehab programs. This frequently enables us to manage trochanteric pain syndrome quickly and effectively, in a lasting way. 

We provide transformative healthcare in a welcoming and friendly environment. For us, genuine care and authentic communication are not bonus features: they are healthcare fundamentals!

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Our team offers a wide range of treatments, helping you to achieve your recovery goals. 

Tronchanteric Pain Physiotherapy Solutions​

Our trochanteric pain syndrome treatment aims to relieve your pain as quickly as possible. We use treatments that ease muscle spasms, increase tissue mobility, improve blood flow, decrease inflammation, and break up scar tissue.

Our trochanteric pain treatments combine some of the most advanced pain management technologies available anywhere, with a range of manual pain relief methods. Our vision for the care we provide is pretty simple  ‘’All the stuff that actually works and none of the stuff that doesn’t – under one roof’’’. 

We also provide preventative rehabilitation care. If you are concerned about pain relapses in the long term, combining specific sets of core and hip exercises with tailored ergonomic principles is the key to preventing recurrence in most cases of stubborn trochanter pain syndrome.

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Fascia Release

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Shockwave Therapy

Laser Therapy

Biomechanical Analysis

Our Team

Zabad Michael

DPT (Doctor of Physiotherapy)

Kade Christensen

BHSc. EMT, CERT. ST (Sports Therapy & Paramedicine)

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If you are in a lot of pain and need an urgent appointment please call us.

If you need a regular appointment just fill out the form below and we will be in touch. 

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Trochanteric Pain Syndrome - Physiotherapy FAQs

Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) is pain on or around the large bony nob above your hip joint. The trochanter is a significant muscle attachment point where many tendons, ligaments, and fascial planes meet. It is an area of extreme mechanical stress. GTPS occurs when these soft tissues develop issues that make them painful, usually from faulty movement patterns or overuse.

GTPS shows up as pain in the hip, thigh, or buttock. It gets worse lying on your side or climbing stairs. Physiotherapists notice tenderness and stiff legs, too. They test your movement to confirm it. Studies link this to tendon strain. Physiotherapy helps with stretches and tools. Treatment eases the pain step-by-step.

GTPS comes from overuse, faulty mechanics, tendon injuries, or ITB tightness, which leads to rubbing. Physiotherapists also see overtraining, sitting too long, or weight issues play a part in many cases. Scoliosis or uneven legs can also play a part. They look at your daily habits. Research points to overuse as a significant factor. Physiotherapy fixes this with targeted care. You work on what’s causing it.

Physiotherapists test GTPS with a single-leg stand or hip moves. They press on sore spots and might use scans. It’s about finding what hurts. Studies back these tests for accuracy. Physiotherapy builds a plan from this. They make sure it’s GTPS, not something else. You get clear answers fast.

Physiotherapists treat GTPS with laser, shockwave, and acupuncture. They also add exercises, stretches, and hands-on work. Each plan fits your pain. Research shows that these cut tendon strains. Physiotherapy mixes methods for better results. You feel less pain and move more easily. It’s all based on solid evidence.

Rest helps GTPS a bit at first. Physiotherapists get you moving soon after with easy exercises. Sitting too long makes it worse. Studies say activity beats rest alone. Physiotherapy keeps you going safely. They watch how you do. You heal faster with this approach.

Physiotherapy helps GTPS by fixing what’s wrong. They use shockwaves to loosen tendons and exercises to build strength. Research says it works better than waiting. Physiotherapists check your progress often. You get back to normal with steady care. It’s proven to cut pain and stiffness.

Medications can ease GTPS pain in the short term. Physiotherapists focus on therapy instead of fixing the cause. Drugs don’t heal tendons alone. Studies favour hands-on care over pills. Physiotherapy uses exercises and tools for accurate results. You avoid relying on medicine with this method.

GTPS recovery takes 6-9 months with physiotherapy. They speed it up with shockwave or laser therapy. How bad it is changing the time. Research shows active care works faster. Physiotherapy adjusts your plan as you go. You see steady progress with their help.

GTPS can come back if habits don’t change. Physiotherapists teach exercises to stop it from happening again. Research says fixing movement cuts the risk. They keep an eye on how you move. Physiotherapy gives you tools to stay pain-free. You avoid repeats with this care.

Lifestyle changes prevent GTPS with physiotherapy help. They show you hip exercises and weight tips. Staying active matters, too. Studies say this lowers your chances. Physiotherapy makes sure you stick to it. You keep hips healthy with simple steps they guide.

If your trochanteric pain is short-lived, it’s not likely that you need to see a physiotherapist for it. If, however, it is persistent or repeatedly seems to sort itself out, but then the pain keeps coming back, then you may need help. Having pain around your hips is really no different from having tooth pain. Neither is supposed to be ignored.

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3/23 Waring Taylor Street

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82 Main Street, Greytown

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Appointment Request Form

If you are in a lot of pain and need an urgent appointment please call us.

If you need a regular appointment just fill out the form below and we will be in touch. 

Call Us

04 385 6446

Text Us

027 608 8083