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.
If any of those tests revealed a weakness in the gluteus medius, you must address the weakness if you are going to correct the cause of any injuries you are experiencing due to that weakness. Simply taking rest time will not correct the underlying cause of your issues.