The Pain in the Hip: Is Sleeping on Your Side Impossible?

One of the most common complaints we see—particularly in women over 40—is a sharp, dull ache on the outside of the hip. It makes walking difficult and sleeping on that side impossible.

While often misdiagnosed as "Bursitis," this is frequently Gluteal Tendinopathy—wear and tear of the glute tendons where they attach to the hip bone.

Why Cortisone Isn't Always the Answer

Many people try cortisone injections first. While these can numb pain temporarily, they don't always strengthen the tendon tissue. The pain often returns.

Shockwave for Lateral Hip Pain

Shockwave therapy is highly effective here because the hip area is deep and difficult to massage manually. The acoustic waves travel through the gluteal muscles to hit the specific tendon attachment point.

• Disrupts Pain Signals: Helps you sleep better at night.

• Stimulates Repair: Encourages the tendon to thicken and handle load again.

Stop tossing and turning. Let's treat the root cause of your hip pain.