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Hip Arthritis & Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
Minimally invasive treatment for hip and lateral hip pain. Reduces inflammation without surgery.
Treatable without surgery
Understanding your condition
Hip Arthritis & Greater Trochanteric Bursitis explained
Chronic hip pain has more than one source. Hip arthritis causes deep pain in the groin and joint as cartilage wears and the joint lining becomes inflamed, while greater trochanteric bursitis causes pain on the outer side of the hip, where an inflamed bursa sits over the bony point of the thigh bone. Both are driven by inflammation, and both are often treated as if hip replacement or repeated cortisone injections are the only options. Dr. Anwer, a Stanford Fellowship trained interventional radiologist, offers embolization, a minimally invasive procedure that reduces the abnormal blood flow feeding the inflamed tissue in either condition, witho
Most patients return to normal activity within 24 to 48 hours, with full results in 4 to 8 weeks.
Dr. Anwer's approach
Dr. Anwer treats both hip arthritis and greater trochanteric bursitis with the same minimally invasive principle. Using X-ray guidance, a tiny catheter is inserted through a pinhole in the wrist or groin, and microscopic particles are injected to reduce blood flow to the inflamed joint or bursa. The procedure takes abo
Treatable without surgery
Key facts
Hip embolization is performed as an outpatient procedure in 45 minutes
Performed under X-ray guidance through a pinhole incision
No general anesthesia and no hospital admission required
Most patients walk out the same day after the procedure
Pain relief typically begins within two to four weeks
Results continue to improve over four to eight weeks
Covered by Medicare and most major insurance plans
Treatment overview
Is this the right treatment for you?
Every patient is different. These four areas will help you understand whether Hip Arthritis & Greater Trochanteric Bursitis treatment at LPVI is the right fit.
Who qualifies
Am I a good candidate?
Embolization is best suited to patients with hip arthritis or greater trochanteric bursitis who have tried conservative treatment without lasting relief. That usually means anti-inflammatory medication, physical therapy, or cortisone injections that helped for a while but stopped working. Good candidates are people whose hip pain, whether deep in the groin or on the outer hip, is limiting walking, sleeping, or daily activity, and who want to avoid or delay surgery. Dr. Anwer reviews your imaging personally and will tell you honestly if he does not believe you are a good fit.
Common symptoms
Symptoms we treat
The symptoms we treat fall into two related patterns. Hip arthritis causes deep pain in the groin or front of the hip that worsens with walking, standing, or climbing stairs, along with morning stiffness. Greater trochanteric bursitis causes sharp pain on the outer side of the hip that worsens on stairs and is often worst when lying on that side at night. Many patients have features of both. You do not need every symptom on this list. If hip pain has been limiting what you can do and conservative treatment has not helped, it is worth a conversation.
What to expect
The procedure
Hip embolization is performed as an outpatient procedure under X-ray guidance. Dr. Anwer inserts a thin catheter through a pinhole in the wrist or groin and navigates it to the small arteries supplying the inflamed tissue around the hip. Microscopic particles are then injected to reduce blood flow to those vessels. There is no surgical incision, no general anesthesia, and no hospital admission. The procedure typically takes about 45 minutes, and you go home the same day.
After treatment
Recovery and results
Most patients return to light activity the same day or the day after the procedure. Mild soreness at the entry site is normal for a day or two. Pain relief is gradual rather than immediate: most patients begin noticing improvement within two to four weeks as inflammation decreases, with results continuing over four to eight weeks. Recovery varies with the severity of the condition and how long inflammation has been present. Dr. Anwer follows up personally after the procedure.
Do any of these sound familiar?
Common symptoms
You do not need all of these. Even two or three are worth discussing with Dr. Anwer at your first consultation.
Deep groin or front-of-hip pain that worsens with walking or stairs
Sharp pain on the outer side of the hip, worst when lying on that side
Stiffness in the hip that is worst in the morning or after sitting
Pain that radiates into the thigh or buttock
Hip pain when getting up from a chair or climbing stairs
Hip or lateral hip pain that has not responded to injections or therapy
Our approach
How Dr. Anwer treats hip arthritis & greater trochanteric bursitis
Dr. Anwer treats both hip arthritis and greater trochanteric bursitis with the same minimally invasive principle. Using X-ray guidance, a tiny catheter is inserted through a pinhole in the wrist or groin, and microscopic particles are injected to reduce blood flow to the inflamed joint or bursa. The procedure takes abo
Consultation with Dr. Anwer, imaging review and diagnosis
Personalized hip embolization treatment plan, procedure date confirmed
Outpatient hip embolization procedure, 45 minutes, same-day discharge
Follow-up with Dr. Anwer, progress reviewed over the following weeks
Why choose this approach
Minimally invasive vs conventional treatment
Conventional approach
Conventional treatment for hip arthritis and greater trochanteric bursitis usually progresses from anti-inflammatory medication and physical therapy to cortisone injections, and for arthritis, eventually to total hip replacement. These treatments can help, but injections often provide only temporary relief, and hip replacement is major surgery with a significant recovery period. For bursitis in particular, patients can cycle through repeated injections for years without lasting resolution.
- Major surgery or invasive procedure
- General anesthesia required
- Hospital stay of 1 to 5 days
- Recovery of 4 to 12 weeks
Dr. Anwer's approach at LPVI
Dr. Anwer takes a different approach. Rather than repeatedly managing symptoms or replacing the joint, embolization targets the abnormal blood vessels that sustain the inflammation driving your pain, whether it comes from an arthritic joint or an inflamed trochanteric bursa. It is performed through a pinhole under X-ray guidance, with no general anesthesia and same-day discharge. For patients who want to avoid or delay hip replacement, or who are tired of repeated bursitis injections that do not last, it offers a genuine alternative.
- Outpatient, no hospital admission
- Light sedation or local anesthesia
- Pinhole incision, no stitches
- Same-day or next-day recovery
Hip pain changes what people are willing to do. Patients stop walking, stop travelling, stop sleeping properly, and often accept it as part of getting older. When someone comes back a few weeks after their procedure and tells me they walked the neighborhood again without stopping, that is why this work matters to me.
Patient stories
What our patients are saying
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"Dr. Bilal very professional and awesome physician. My left knee pain went down from 9 to 3. Front staff, nurses, OR staff all were amazing and very professional."
"Brought my mother in law to get help with her knees. She literally could not walk. After procedure she walked to car with minimal discomfort. Each day is getting better and better. I rate the entire place 10 of 10."
"Fantastic doctor, very thorough, explained everything. Staff is outstanding!!! I first heard of them via Facebook and after looking more into it I saw they can treat shoulder pain too. I feel great after my procedure."
"Doctor Anwer and his staff is totally awesome, they are very kind and respectful. Dr. Anwer does amazing work. I love them all."
"Excellent staff and doctor! Excellent care and caring!!! I would recommend this clinic to anyone who is looking for a caring, professional medical team."
"My husband thinks very highly of the doctor. The entire experience from start to finish was professional and compassionate."
"Sabrena Cummings: Fantastic doctor very thorough explained everything. Staff is outstanding!!!"
"The Leg Pain Clinic is amazing!! I walked out with less pain than I walked in with! Dr. Anwar is amazing and I love his bedside manner!! I didn't want another knee replacement surgery and now I don't have to get one!!"
"Dr. Bilal very professional and awesome physician. My left knee pain went down from 9 to 3. Front staff, nurses, OR staff all were amazing and very professional."
"Brought my mother in law to get help with her knees. She literally could not walk. After procedure she walked to car with minimal discomfort. Each day is getting better and better. I rate the entire place 10 of 10."
"Fantastic doctor, very thorough, explained everything. Staff is outstanding!!! I first heard of them via Facebook and after looking more into it I saw they can treat shoulder pain too. I feel great after my procedure."
"Doctor Anwer and his staff is totally awesome, they are very kind and respectful. Dr. Anwer does amazing work. I love them all."
"Excellent staff and doctor! Excellent care and caring!!! I would recommend this clinic to anyone who is looking for a caring, professional medical team."
"My husband thinks very highly of the doctor. The entire experience from start to finish was professional and compassionate."
"Sabrena Cummings: Fantastic doctor very thorough explained everything. Staff is outstanding!!!"
FAQ
Common questions about Hip Arthritis & Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
Hip embolization is covered by most major insurance plans in Houston when hip arthritis has been confirmed and conservative treatments have not provided lasting relief. Our team at LPVI will verify your specific coverage and confirm prior authorization requirements before your consultation. Call us at 713-242-1139 and we will check your benefits and answer any questions about hip arthritis treatment costs.
Recovery from hip embolization at LPVI is quick. Most patients go home the same day and return to light daily activity within 24 to 48 hours. Some mild soreness at the catheter entry site is possible for a day or two. Hip pain and stiffness improve progressively over two to four weeks as the abnormal blood vessels close and inflammation settles, with results continuing to develop over four to eight weeks.
Yes. Although hip arthritis and greater trochanteric bursitis affect different parts of the hip, both are sustained by inflammation and the abnormal blood vessels that feed it. Embolization reduces that blood supply, calming the inflammation in either the arthritic joint or the inflamed bursa. Dr. Anwer will examine you and review your imaging to determine which source is driving your pain, and confirm whether embolization is appropriate for your specific case. Some patients have both conditions contributing to their hip pain.
No referral is required to book a consultation at LPVI. You can call 713-242-1139 or request a callback and our team will schedule you directly. If you have recent hip imaging, bring it or have it sent to us, as Dr. Anwer reviews every patient's imaging personally before recommending treatment. Same-week appointments are often available at both our Cy-Fair and Gulf Freeway locations.
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with light sedation, so you remain comfortable throughout. There is no surgical incision, only a pinhole at the wrist or groin where the catheter is inserted. Most patients describe mild pressure rather than pain during the procedure, whether it is being performed for hip arthritis or trochanteric bursitis. Afterward, some soreness at the entry site is normal for a day or two and is usually managed with over-the-counter medication.
Results are gradual rather than immediate. Most patients begin noticing improvement in hip pain and stiffness within two to four weeks as inflammation in the joint decreases, with continued progress over the following four to eight weeks. Some patients respond faster and others more gradually, depending on the severity of the arthritis and how long the inflammation has been established. Dr. Anwer follows up personally to track your progress.
Coverage
We accept most major insurance plans
Dr. Bilal Anwer treats hip arthritis and greater trochanteric bursitis at two Houston-area locations: 11240 FM 1960 Rd W Suite 406, Houston TX 77065 in Cy-Fair, and 12825 Gulf Freeway, Houston TX 77034 near Webster and Clear Lake. Patients travel from Cypress, Jersey Village, Spring, Katy, The Woodlands, Tomball, Pearland, Friendswood, League City, Clear Lake, and across Greater Houston for minimally invasive hip pain treatment. Most major insurance plans accepted including Medicare, BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Humana. No referral required. Same-day appointments available. Call 713-242-1139 to schedule.
Take the next step
Ready to talk about your hip pain?
Speak with Dr. Anwer about your hip arthritis & greater trochanteric bursitis. Same-day appointments available. Most insurance accepted.
This information is not a medical diagnosis. A consultation with Dr. Anwer will confirm your treatment options. Individual results may vary.