While lumbar radiculopathy is often blamed, studies show that up to one third of patients with buttock pain have a non-spinal issue.
Common alternatives include:
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) – the most frequent cause of lateral hip/gluteal pain
- Gluteus medius/minimus tendinopathy
- Piriformis/deep gluteal syndrome
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
- Hip joint pathology
If you are feeling this type of pain or discomfort, Call Specialized Physical Therapy today for a consultation!