How Can Pain Experienced While Sleeping On The Side Be Managed When Diagnosed With Trochanteric Bursitis?

Posted on Sat, 25 Aug 2018

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Question : hi i have been diagnost with bursitis of the trochanter.basicaly it is my themur bone.i have no pain or discomfart except when i am sleeping.bacause i sleep on my side.going to by a new matrress today.can you suggest any thing i can do so i dont wake up in pain.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:

Hello,

You can rest, follow application of ice, injection of corticosteroids and local anesthetics, administration of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and application of topical, sustained-release local anesthetic patches. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy is a good alternative to traditional nonoperative therapy, and surgical interventions can be useful in refractory cases.

I hope this answers your query. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal

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