Ischiogluteal Bursitis

What is Ischiogluteal Bursitis? Ischiogluteal bursitis is inlfamation of the bursa that lies between the ischial tuberosity and the tendon of a hamstring muscle. The bursa is there to reduce friction between the tendon and the bone. The bursa may be inflamed on its own or in conjuntion with hamstring tendinitis or inlfammation of tendon which has the same symptoms. What are the symptoms of Ischiogluteal Bursitis The symptoms of ischiogluteal bursitis are identical to hamstring tendon inflammation and include the following: Pain and tenderness at the ischial tuberosity. Pain when stretching the hamstring. Pain when flexing the knee against resistance. A gradualy onset of pain following a sprinting session. Pain which may be aggrevated by sitting. What can the athlete do? Rest. Apply ice or cold therapy to reduce pain and inflammation. See a doctor or physiotherapist if symptoms persist. Carry out hamstring strengthening and rehabilitation as pain may have caused weakness through muscle inhibition. What can a doctor or physiotherapist do? Differentiate between hamstring tendinitis and ischiogluteal bursitis. This may involve analyising the effectiveness of treatment such as deep tissue massage. Bursitis will not respond to massage and may become worse following treatment. Inject a cortico-sterioid and local anesthetic into a fluid filled bursa. Advise on hamstring strengthening.   The information contained on this site is purely a source of information and can at no time replace the expert eye of a qualified professional. We recommend seeking professional advice before embarking on any form of self treatment. Neither the content or nor any other service provided through mybesttennis.com is intended to be relied on for medical diagnosis or treatment. Never delay in seeking professional advice because of something seen on mybesttennis.com.