Do you suffer from intense pain on the side of your hip? Do you spend a lot of time sitting at work, walking up hills or climbing stairs? You may be suffering from Gluteus Medius Tendinopathy... WHAT IS IT? Gluteus Medius tendinopathy (or glut med tendinopathy), is an inflammatory condition affecting the tendon of gluteus medius muscle where it inserts into the greater trochanter of the femur (the bony bump felt on the side of your hip). WHAT CAUSES IT? Glut med tendinopathy