Canadian work patterns have changed. People are now entering the workforce at a later age and the Forces also faced a shrinking youth population, the traditional recruiting base. In 1981 the average age of a CF recruit was 20, in 1999 it was 23 and in 2002 it climbed to 24.5.
Signs and Symptoms of Gluteus Medius Tear. Some of the symptoms which indicate a tear of the Gluteus Medius Muscle are: You will feel pain in the lower back along the belt line area. You may also experience symptoms of hip and buttock pain due to Gluteus Medius Tear.
How Are Trochanteric Bursitis and Gluteus Medius Tears Diagnosed? Your sports medicine physician can often diagnose trochanteric bursitis based on your symptoms and with an examination of the hip muscles. In severe cases, an MRI may be helpful to check for a tear of the gluteus medius muscle or tendon.