Lateral trochanteric pain following total hip arthroplasty: radiographic assessment of altered biomechanics as a potential aetiology

ConclusionNo relationship was found between LTP and femoral offset or femoral centre of rotation. Disruption of the soft tissues during a lateral approach with resultant abductor tear, tendon defects and tendinitis might play a role in LTP and explain the apparent efficacy of corticosteroid injections.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research