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What is Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (AKA Lateral Hip Pain)? Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a common condition that causes pain on the outside of your hip, also known as lateral hip pain. In the past, this pain was often associated with a condition known as “trochanteric bursitis.” We now know that this pain is usually associated with the tendons of the gluteal muscles (especially gluteus medius and minimus) becoming irritated or overloaded. The small fluid-filled sac...

What is a Dietitian? An Accredited Practicing Dietitian is an allied health professional who specialises in the science of food and nutrition and how it affects the body. Dietitian’s are qualified to assess nutritional needs, provide personalised dietary guidance, and support the prevention and management of health conditions through evidence-based nutrition therapy. What can a Dietitian help with? ​ An Accredited Practicing Dietitian can provide guidance across a range of areas, including: ...

Written by Dr Thomas Nicolacopoulos (Osteopath)