10 Causes of Hip Pain

3. Bursitis

Bursitis is the inflammation of small fluid-filled sacs called bursae, which cushion bones, muscles, and tendons near joints such as the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and hip. Their purpose is to help reduce friction around the joints. Two significant bursae in the hip may become inflamed, causing pain. One is near the greater trochanter, the bony point of the hip, and the person may feel lateral hip pain. The iliopsoas bursa is inside the hip. Inflammation here is iliopsoas bursitis. Anterior hip or groin pain characterize issues with this bursa.