Electrical Stimulation Therapy
To treat hip bursitis, your doctor may suggest electrical stimulation therapy. During this procedure, electrodes will be attached to the skin to transmit gentle electrical currents into the affected areas. This can help alleviate inflammation associated with bursitis. You should not feel any pain, but it would cause a bit discomfort. In some cases, a physical therapist may also use electrical stimulation therapy to help the body absorb medication better. [8]
Assistive Device
Hip bursitis may cause pain and discomfort when you walk around. This makes it difficult to perform simple daily tasks. Even worse, walking may put more pressure on the hip area, thus increasing inflammation and slowing down recovery. To reduce the body weight on your hip while walking, you can use an assistive device, such as a walker or a cane. Both items can help take the weight off of the affected part and reduce overall pressure and pain. They can also provide extra balance and support so that you can move around easily. [9]
