Athletic injuries are common in sports. They can happen in all different types of athletes. Some injuries can be very dangerous or not bother someone at all. It can depend on what happened, how it happened, or how severe the injury was. Some injuries can cause major difficulties in the future and/or even ruin someones sports career. Hip bursitis is a common problem in athletes. It causes pain in the hip and on the outside of the upper thigh. The bursa is a sac filled with fluid that allows a joint in the body to move smoothly. If the bursa becomes inflamed it can be very painful for a person when moving the joint. Athletes who participate in sports that involve a lot of movement and running normally can see this injury as a result. Physical
