Hip Gluteus Medius and Minimus Endoscopic Treatment Results in Patient Satisfaction

Greater trochanteric pain syndrome includes a spectrum of hip pathology, including trochanteric bursitis, gluteus medius or minimus tendinosis, partial abductor tear, full-thickness tear, and full-thickness tear plus retraction (with or without fatty atrophy). Physical diagnosis includes palpation for tenderness at the greater trochanter and evaluation for strength loss, including observation of gait. Women are significantly more likely to have a tear of the hip abductors than men. Endoscopic treatment results in patient satisfaction, improved strength and gait, and few complications. Fatty degeneration of the abductor muscles or associated scoliosis has a negative effect on the outcome of gluteus medius repair.