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Hip pointers are the result of a direct blow to the iliac crest in sports such as football, rugby, and soccer. Signs and symptoms include pain, bruising, and tenderness at the bony prominence at the side of the hip. Treatment usually involves rest, ice, and compression.
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Possible Treatments
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Core Strengthening
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Cryotherapy or Cold Therapy
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- Electrotherapeutic Modalities
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Gait or Walking Training
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Hip Active Range of Motion
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Hip Joint Mobilization
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Hip Passive Range of Motion
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Hip Resistive Range of Motion
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Isometric Exercise
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Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
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- Physical Agents
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Soft Tissue Mobilization
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Stretching/Flexibility Exercise
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Core Strengthening
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Possible Treatment Goals
- Improve Fitness
- Improve Function
- Improve Muscle Strength and Power
- Increase Oxygen to Tissues
- Improve Proprioception
- Improve Range of Motion
- Self-care of Symptoms
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Additional Resources
- 3d Anatomy of the hip and pelvis
- Hip Info from Medline Plus
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