This lecture provides an overview of clinical assessment and management of greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) or gluteal tendinopathy. The lecture includes subjective tips and reliable clinical tests to confidently diagnose GTPS. How to identify aggravating tendon loads for removal and prescription of helpful loads will be discussed. Evidence-based conservative management options for greater trochanteric pain syndrome will be covered, including principles of exercise. With a special focus on overall patient health, we will delve into the association between reduced female sex hormones and tendon dysfunction. We will also talk through latest research surrounding treatment for postmenopausal women with immediate translation to clinical practice.

Key learning objectives:
• Understand the difference between tendon pathology and tendinopathy
• Be able to clinically diagnose GTPS
• Understand the primary load (compression) associated with gluteal tendinopathy and identify aggravating positions or activities
• Apply education principles when prescribing appropriate rehabilitation exercises for GTPS
• Understand appropriate load modifications and progressions in rehabilitating patients with greater trochanteric pain syndrome
• Appreciate appropriate management and referral options for postmenopausal women with GTPS