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Hip Bursitis: Symptoms, Treatment, & Exercises ...

Bursitis of the hip treatment. Treatment for bursitis usually involves resting the joint as much as possible. You can also use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (brand names: Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (brand name: Aleve) to relieve pain and swelling. You also may want to use an ice pack on the area to reduce swelling.