Ischial Bursitis

Definition:
'Ischial bursitis' (also known as 'weaver's bottom') is inflammation of bursa (synovial sac) located between gluteus medius muscle and ischial tuberosity. It is usually caused by prolonged sitting on a hard surface.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Deep ache in the buttocks
  • Pain with walking/running
  • Pain with sitting
  • Weakness
  • Stiffness
  • Locking or catching in the involved hip
Causes
  • Prolonged sitting
  • Repetitive running
  • Repetitive jumping
  • Repetitive kicking
  • Direct blow
  • Fall
Treatment
  • Cryotherapy
  • ROM and stretching
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Correct running mechanics
  • Core stabilization exercises
Ischial Bursitis Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Lotus
  • Adductor Straddle
  • Child Pose
  • Kneeling Hip Flexor
  • Prone Thomas Stretch
  • Single Leg Bridge
  • Hip IR ER Rotation With T-band
  • Stationary Bike
  • Gait II
  • Doorway Hamstring

Ischial Bursitis Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Step Downs
  • Restorative Shoulder Quadrant
  • Sit Up Squat
  • Single Leg Balance
  • Kettle Bell Swings
  • Prone Hip Extension Adduction Abduction T Band

Ischial Bursitis Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Bridge Marching
  • Glute Med Wall Sit
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Single Leg Squat And Touch
  • T Band Defensive Slides
  • Speed Skaters
  • Lunge Walk Med Ball Rotation
  • 3-Dot Squat 2 Hands