This study aims to compare the effectiveness of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) with conventional physical therapy in patients with Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS). GTPS is a common cause of lateral hip pain, often related to gluteal tendinopathy rather than trochanteric bursitis. Sixty patients will be randomly assigned to two groups: ESWT or conventional physical therapy (TENS, hot pack, ultrasound). Pain (VAS), hip function (Harris Hip Score), lower limb function (LEFS), and global improvement will be evaluated at baseline, week 3, and week 12. The purpose of this study is to determine which treatment provides greater pain relief and functional improvement.
Age between 18 and 65 years
Lateral hip pain for at least 3 months
Ability to understand study procedures and provide informed consent
Hip deformities
Gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, or piriformis tendon tears
Lumbar radiculopathy or history of lumbar spine surgery
Recent trauma or active infection in the hip region