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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.
Possible Treatments
- Core Strengthening Video
- Cryotherapy or Cold Therapy Video
- Electrotherapeutic Modalities
- Gait or Walking Training Video
- Hip Active Range of Motion Video
- Hip Joint Mobilization Video
- Hip Passive Range of Motion Video
- Hip Resistive Range of Motion Video
- Isometric Exercise Video
- Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Video
- Physical Agents
- Soft Tissue Mobilization Video
- Stretching/Flexibility Exercise Video
- Core Strengthening
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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