Orange County Gluteus Tear Repair
Persistent outer hip pain, especially with weakness when walking, trouble with stairs, or pain lying on one side, can indicate a gluteus tendon tear.
Dr. Brett Shore treats gluteus medius/minimus tears for patients across Orange County and Los Angeles.
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Imaging review that locates the damaged tissue
Conservative care, injections, and surgery available
Recovery plans paced around your goals and routine
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What Is a Gluteus Medius Tear?
The gluteus medius and minimus stabilize the hip. These muscles attach from the pelvis to the greater trochanter on the femur. They keep the pelvis level during walking and running.
A tear develops when the tendon partially or completely detaches from the bone. Sudden acceleration, repetitive strain, or tendon degeneration often causes this injury.
Runners and court-sport athletes frequently experience gluteus medius tears.
When to Seek Treatment for a Gluteus Tear
You may benefit from an evaluation when:
Pain along the outer hip has lasted more than a few weeks
Discomfort worsens with stairs, walking, or lying on the affected side
You notice a limp or feel unsteady on one leg
Hip weakness has reduced your ability to exercise or stay active
Sleep is interrupted by hip or thigh pain
Each evaluation includes a physical exam, imaging review, and a full discussion of treatment options.
How Dr. Shore Treats Gluteus Tears
Treatment depends on the size of the tear, your symptoms, and your activity goals. Dr. Shore reviews your imaging and exam findings, then walks you through each option.
What Causes a Gluteus Medius Tear?
Several factors can strain or weaken the gluteus medius tendon:
Repetitive overuse from running, hiking, or high-impact sports like soccer and basketball
A sudden burst of activity or awkward landing
Degenerative wear over time, especially in women over 40
Chronic tendinitis that weakens the tendon attachment
Hip muscle imbalance or poor biomechanics
This isn’t just a sports injury. Daily wear and tear accounts for many cases seen in active adults throughout Los Angeles and Orange County.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Brett Shore
Dr. Shore brings over 15 years of hip-only clinical and surgical experience. His credentials include:
- 11 years as Chief of Hip Preservation at Kaiser Southern California
- Educated at Princeton, Columbia, and Harvard in Orthopedics
- Surgical hip preservation fellowship in Switzerland under Leunig, Beck, and Tannast
- Periacetabular and femoral osteotomies for hip dysplasia
- Anterior hip replacement with bikini incision for improved wound healing
- Published researcher and Arthroscopy Journal editorial board member
Patients consistently note his direct communication and attentive care throughout recovery.
How Early Diagnosis Can Protect Your Hip
When a gluteus tear is identified before the tendon fully detaches, treatment can:
- Relieve outer hip pain and tenderness
- Prevent further tendon damage
- Restore normal gait and stability
- Reduce the risk of long-term disability
- Shorten overall recovery time
When the tear has already progressed, surgical tendon repair can help you regain strength and return to daily life.
Gluteus Tear Repair in Los Angeles
Looking for a Los Angeles gluteus tear repair specialist? Dr. Shore sees patients at his Marina del Rey clinic, located inside DISC Sports and Spine Center.
The facility is set up for outpatient orthopedic evaluations, imaging review, and same-day treatment planning.
Gluteus Tear Repair in Orange County
Orange County patients can see Dr. Shore at his Newport Beach clinic inside DISC Sports and Spine Center.
Every visit includes a hands-on exam, imaging review, and a conversation about what treatment makes the most sense for your situation.
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