Hip Pointer I. Pathology: A hip pointer refers to a direct contact injury to the iliac crest of the pelvis. The iliac crest is commonly known as the "hip bone". The term hip pointer is somewhat confusing. It can refer to a deep bruise of the muscle and bone, a small chip fracture or even a complete break. Typically, however, this term refers to a severe bruise and not a fracture. II. Mechanism: Hip pointers …showed first 75 words of 356 total…

…showed last 75 words of 356 total…coordination exercises is then designed for the patient. If the bruising of the muscle and bone from the injury is severe, however, return to full activity may take several weeks. Padding to the area can protect the area from further injury. VI. Prevention: Maintaining excellent flexibility, strength and endurance of the hip, pelvis and lower back muscles may prevent some hip pointers. Most, however, are the unfortunate result of significant contact and are not preventable.