Options For Treating Hip Bursitis

Corticosteroid Injection

A corticosteroid injection may be used in cases where the patient's hip is significantly swollen and painful. During this procedure, a small amount of corticosteroid is injected into the bursa, along with local anesthetic. Corticosteroids are a class of medication that mimic the body's adrenaline-related hormones and act as an elevated amount of these hormones in the body. This suppresses the immune system and its inflammatory reaction. In addition to helping with hip bursitis, corticosteroids are also used to treat asthma and arthritis. Prior to an injection, patients should tell their doctor if they're taking any blood thinners. Patients may be asked to stop taking these medications for several days before the injection.

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