From the Research
Treatment of Hip Pointer
The treatment of choice for a hip pointer is typically conservative management, which includes:
- Compression
- Ice
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Rehabilitation exercises 1 This approach is often successful in treating hip pointers and allows for a relatively rapid return to play.
Alternative Treatment Options
In some cases, injection therapy with local anesthetics may be helpful in minimizing pain and increasing function, allowing for a more rapid return to play 1. Additionally, conservative treatment has been shown to be effective in improving symptoms in patients with hip pointer injuries, with total resolution of symptoms in one to eight months 2.
Note on Other Conditions
It's worth noting that hip pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, and a thorough diagnosis is necessary to determine the underlying cause of the pain 3, 4. In some cases, hip pain may be referred from another part of the body, such as the lumbar spine or sacroiliac joint, and treatment options will depend on the underlying cause of the pain 4.