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का कारण बनता है

Hip pointers are caused by a direct blow to the bony part of the pelvis. This commonly occurs in football or hockey when another player’s helmet hits the pelvis. It can also occur by taking a hard fall onto the hip.

जोखिम कारक

Participating in contact sports increases your chance of developing a hip pointer. Football players and hockey players are especially at risk. Hip pointers are also more common while playing basketball and soccer.

लक्षण

Symptoms of a hip pointer include:

• गंभीर दर्द
• कोमलता
• Pain with activity
• सूजन
• चोट
• Soreness
• मांसपेशियों की ऐंठन
• Decreased range of motion

निदान

Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. You may be referred to specialist. An orthopedist focuses on bones and joints. A sports medicine physician focuses on sport-related injuries.

Images may need to be taken of structures inside your body. This can be done with x-ray.

उपचार

Hip pointers are treated with:

• आराम
• बर्फ़
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• For severe pain, some athletes may receive an injection of a numbing medicine and/or steroid directly into the hip
• Physical therapy to help you regain mobility and build muscle strength

It may take several weeks to heal and for normal movement to return. Check with your doctor about a timeline to return to normal activities. You may be able to return to activity as soon as you feel you are able.

रोकथाम

Hip pointers occur through direct blows to the affected area. This is often accidental. As a result, not all hip pointers can be prevented. However, make sure to wear proper sports equipment and padding to decrease your chance of any injury.