@spillihped
Thanks for your sympathy. Acupuncture did not help me--in fact, it left me rather sore. The doctor who did the acupuncture is also a physiatrist and he said he would try massage therapy on me next time. I am doing some exercise for my glutes but I am really cautious. I also take shorter walks and avoid hills in the hope that I will heal. In addition to a tear, I think arthritis is causing pain as well. Being patient is not my strong point. My PCP said no to cortisone shots--I am autoimmune and am sensitive to lots of stimuli. Still, I have hopes of getting back to the activities I once enjoyed.