Hip Bursitis

DR. ONG KEE LEONG

Hip bursitis is one of the most common hip injuries treated by Dr. Ong. He aims to provide prompt and comprehensive treatment for this injury to avoid more severe complications.

What Is Hip Bursitis?

Hip bursitis is the irritation and inflammation of the bursa located in the hip. The bursa is a tiny, liquid-filled sac that protects the surrounding tissues and prevents friction between the bones and soft tissues (such as muscles, tendons or ligaments).

What Causes Hip Bursitis?

Hip injury
Overuse of the hip joint during running, cycling or climbing
Certain medical conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or scoliosis
Obesity

What Does Hip Bursitis Feel Like?

The symptoms of hip bursitis vary depending on the type of bursitis.

For Trochanteric Bursitis, your inflamed bursa is located at the top of the thighbone outside the hip. Pain and tenderness are commonly experienced in the outer hip and thigh. There may also be a gradual burning pain, which can be aggravated with excessive walking or stair climbing.
For Iliopsoas Bursitis (Ischial Bursitis), the bursa inside your hip becomes inflamed. Pain is usually experienced in the groin or buttock area.
For Septic Hip Bursitis, your bursa becomes infected, and hence the complications may be more severe. Apart from the typical pain and swelling experienced, you may also have a slight fever and feel fatigued.

How Will Dr. Ong Diagnose Hip Bursitis?

Dr. Ong will conduct imaging tests to confirm the diagnosis. X-rays help eliminate other forms of injury, such as a fracture, while MRI scans are usually effective in establishing hip bursitis.

Alternatively, blood tests or fluid analyses from the inflamed bursa may be conducted to determine the exact cause of joint pain and inflammation.

How Is Hip Bursitis Treated?

Non-Surgical Options

The common non-surgical remedies recommended by hip specialists typically include:

Rest. Avoiding excessive hip movement can prevent further irritation and inflammation of your bursa.
Ice compression can minimise swelling and redness.
Anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen and aspirin can be taken to alleviate pain and reduce swelling.
A cortisone injection may also be directly administered to the affected joint area to treat swelling.
Physical therapy may be recommended to regain the function and mobility of the hips.
Aspiration. This is the removal of excess liquid from a swollen and inflamed bursa using a special thin needle to alleviate pain. Samples of this substance may be sent for further testing if your bursa is suspected to be infected.

Surgical Option

Surgery is rarely performed for hip bursitis. However, if non-surgical treatment options are not successful, your bursa may need to be removed.

Bursectomy, which is the surgical drainage and removal of the bursa sac, is a standard treatment of an infected bursa.

How to Prevent Hip Bursitis?

Warm up and stretch your body before exercising
Take frequent interval breaks when exercising to rest your hips
Avoid excessive and repetitive movements that strain the hips
Maintain a healthy weight

Why Do Patients Choose
Dr Ong Kee Leong?

Dr. Ong Is Passionate In Sports, Giving Him A Deep Understanding Of Sports-Related Injuries And How They Can Be Treated
Personalised And Professional Approach To Deliver High-Quality Orthopaedic Care Based On The Most Up-To-Date Literature
Fellowship Trained Surgeon With 15 Years Of Experience In Orthopaedic Conditions
Detailed Aftercare Plan To Ensure Smooth, Long-Term Recovery
Problem-Oriented, Well-Organised & Individualized Treatment Plans Catered To Your Specific Needs
Specialist In The Management Of Sports Injuries & Degenerative Conditions Of Shoulder & Knee Joints
Knowledgeable and pleasant clinical staff to assist you with your every need detailed aftercare plan
Our Care Is Conveniently Accessible At Mount Elizabeth Novena and Farrer Park Hospital
Minimal Waiting Time For Initial Consultation
Assistance With Medical Claims (e.g. Medisave & Integrated Shield Plans)

“At our clinic, we generally try to explore non-surgical treatment such as activities modification, physiotherapy and orthotics before recommending invasive intervention options.”

DR ONG KEE LEONG

About Dr. Ong Kee Leong

Senior Consultant, MBBS (Singapore), MMed (Ortho), FRCSEd (Ortho)

Dr. Ong Kee Leong is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon. He subspecializes in shoulder and knee, foot and ankle, hand wrist and elbow surgeries, arthroscopic sports surgery, and the management of sports-related injuries.

He has been registered with the Singapore Medical Council as a specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery since 2011.

MBBS, National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Medicine 2001
Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2007
Master of Medicine in Orthopaedic Surgery (NUS) 2007
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in Orthopaedic Surgery 2011
Health Manpower Development Plan (HMDP) Scholarship, Ministry of Health 2012-2013
Sports Surgery and Arthroscopy in Germany (Hannover)
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lee Kong Chian School Of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University
Senior Clinical Lecturer, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS

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Billing & Payment

Consultation fees are charged based on length of consultation,
and start from SGD$150 (within 30 minutes).

Modes of Payment

We accept the following modes of payment:

Cash
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If you are insured and would like to use a Letter of Guarantee (LOG) from the major insurers in Singapore, please contact us and our friendly clinic staff will assist you and provide more information if required.

Can I Claim Through My Medisave Account? (For Singaporeans and PR)

Yes, you can. Our Clinic is an accredited day surgery clinic by the Ministry of Health. Singaporeans and Permanent Residents may use their Medisave for eligible orthopaedic inpatient procedures and hospitalizations.

The exact amount would depend on the complexity of the procedure. If you have any enquiries, feel free to speak to our friendly clinic staff about using your Medisave account.

Integrated Shield Plans (Singaporeans and PRs)

Yes, patients who have purchased Integrated Shield plans with riders for co-insurance and deductibles will be able to use them in our clinic for eligible procedures. For more information, contact us to find out if your procedure is claimable.

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