Cavalry History. The origin of the use of the horse as a means of transport goes back to prehistoric times. The fable of the centaurs, if the derivation from ~epretv, to goad, raiipos, bull, be accepted, would indicate the early existence of pastoral peoples living on horseback.
Among the most common causes of hip pain in women are: 1. Arthritis. The most common cause of chronic hip pain in women is arthritis, particularly osteoarthritis, the wear-and-tear kind that affects many people as they age. âThe ball-and-socket joint starts to wear out,â Siegrist says.
Trochanteric bursitis. Trochanteric bursitis-also known as greater trochanteric pain syndrome-is a common hip syndrome that causes pain and tenderness at the bony, outside point of the hip, known as the greater trochanter.rochanteric bursitis can be caused by: 1  Inflammation. 2  Overuse. 3  Physical trauma to muscles, tendons. 4  Prolonged pressure on the bursa. 5  Activities that require twisting or fast joint movement, such as jogging or cycling. 6  Previous hip surgery.