Where Is the Ischial Bursa?

The Ischial bursa is a deep located bursa over the bony prominence of the Ischium and lies between the Gluteus Maximus and the Ischial tuberosity. Specifically, the bursa located deep: On the sagittal section - between the inferior part of the M. Gluteus maximus and posteroinferiorly part of the Ischial tuberosity.

What does ischial bursitis feel like?

Symptoms of ischial bursitis include: Tenderness in the upper thigh and lower buttock. Swelling in the lower buttock and hip area. Pain when stretching the hip or buttock.

What doctor treats ischial bursitis?

Doctors who treat hip bursitis include internists, general-medicine doctors, family medicine doctors, rheumatologists, physical-medicine doctors, and orthopedic surgeons.