Gluteal tendinopathy is a condition involving the tendons of the gluteal (buttock) muscles near the outside of the hip. It commonly causes pain over the “bony bump” on the side of the hip (the greater trochanter). It is often discussed in orthopedic clinics, sports medicine, and physical therapy when evaluating lateral hip pain. It is frequently considered within the broader diagnosis of greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS).
Gluteal tendinitis is irritation or degeneration of the tendons of the hip abductor muscles, most often where they attach to the side of the hip. It commonly involves the gluteus medius and gluteus minimus tendons near the greater trochanter (the bony prominence on the outer hip). It is a frequent cause of lateral (outer) hip pain, especially with walking, stairs, or lying on the affected side. The term is commonly used in orthopedics, sports medicine, and physical therapy as part of evaluating “greater trochanteric pain.”
The Gluteal region is the area of the body commonly called the buttock. It sits behind the hip joint and above the upper thigh. Clinicians use this term when discussing hip pain, gait, injections, imaging, and surgery. It is also a frequent focus in sports medicine and physical therapy.
Gluteal muscle atrophy means loss of muscle size and quality in the buttock muscles. It is most often discussed in hip, pelvis, and low-back evaluations. Clinicians use the term when muscle wasting is seen on exam or on imaging such as MRI. It can be linked to pain, weakness, and changes in walking mechanics.
Gluteal aponeurosis is a strong, flat sheet of connective tissue in the buttock and outer hip region. It helps connect gluteal muscles to nearby fascia and bony attachment areas. Clinicians most often discuss it when evaluating lateral hip pain, hip abductor function, and related tendon disorders. It can also be referenced during hip and pelvic surgery as a structural layer and repair tissue.
Glute strengthening is a category of exercises and rehabilitation strategies designed to improve the strength and control of the gluteal muscles. It commonly targets the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and gluteus minimus around the hip and pelvis. It is widely used in physical therapy, sports medicine, and orthopedic rehabilitation. It is also used in fitness settings to support hip function and lower-limb mechanics.
Glute bridge is a common exercise used to train the hips and pelvis. It involves lifting the hips upward while the upper back stays supported. It is widely used in physical therapy, sports medicine, and general fitness. Clinicians often use it to assess and retrain hip and trunk control.
Gemellus superior is a small, deep muscle in the back of the hip. It sits beneath the larger gluteal muscles and works with nearby “short external rotator” muscles. It helps rotate and stabilize the hip joint during walking, turning, and standing. In clinical care, it is most often discussed when evaluating deep buttock pain, hip stability, or posterior hip anatomy.
Gemellus inferior is a small, deep muscle in the back of the hip. It sits beneath the tendon of the obturator internus and works as part of the hip’s “short external rotators.” In plain terms, it helps rotate the thigh outward and supports hip stability during movement. Clinicians most often discuss it when evaluating posterior hip or deep buttock pain, hip mechanics, and surgical anatomy.
Ganz osteotomy is a hip-preserving surgery that reshapes how the hip socket covers the ball of the hip joint. It is most commonly discussed as the Bernese periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) developed by Reinhold Ganz. It is used in selected patients with structural hip problems, especially hip dysplasia or certain socket alignment issues. The goal is to improve joint mechanics while keeping a person’s own hip joint.