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Piriformis and Gluteal Muscle Thickness in Patients With Unilateral Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
Observational Assessment of Deep Gluteal Syndrome and Bilateral Piriformis, Gluteus Medius, and Gluteus Maximus Muscle Thickness Using Ultrasonography in Patients With Unilateral Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
About This Trial
This study aims to evaluate muscle thickness in patients with unilateral Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome using ultrasonography and to compare these findings with healthy individuals. The primary objective is to determine whether piriformis muscle thickness differs between patients and controls. Secondary objectives include assessing gluteus medius and gluteus maximus muscle thickness, side-to-side differences in piriformis and gluteal muscle thickness, and the presence of Deep Gluteal Syndrome.
Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)
Who May Qualify:
- Adults aged 18 years or older
- Diagnosis of unilateral Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
Who Should NOT Join This Trial:
- Presence of lumbar radiculopathy
- Presence of hip or spinal osteoarthritis
- History of lumbar spine or lower extremity surgery
- Presence of neurological disorders affecting muscles or peripheral nerves
- Pregnancy
- Presence of cognitive impairment or neuropsychiatric conditions limiting participation
- Unwillingness to participate
- Regular participation in physical exercise (defined as more than two sessions per week)
Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.
Original Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 18 years or older
* Diagnosis of unilateral Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
Exclusion Criteria:
* Presence of lumbar radiculopathy
* Presence of hip or spinal osteoarthritis
* History of lumbar spine or lower extremity surgery
* Presence of neurological disorders affecting muscles or peripheral nerves
* Pregnancy
* Presence of cognitive impairment or neuropsychiatric conditions limiting participation
* Unwillingness to participate
* Regular participation in physical exercise (defined as more than two sessions per week)
Locations (1)
Ankara Etlik City Hospital
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)