The evaluation of hip bursitis starts with a history and physical exam.

Physical findings in someone with hip bursitis may include:

• Tenderness over the hip
• Swelling of the soft tissue over the hip

Usually, tests are not required to make the diagnosis of hip bursitis.

Tests that may be used to evaluate hip bursitis include:

• Hip x-rays
• Bone scan
• CT scan of the hip
• MRI of the hip joint