What Is a Hip Pointer?
A hip pointer injury is a bruise, or contusion, to the ridge of bone on the upper outside of the hip — called the iliac crest.
A direct blow to the hip or a collision with a surface — such as the ground — are the most common causes of hip pointers.
Hip pointer causes and risk factors
However, hip injuries can occur during noncontact sports — such as volleyball — when an athlete falls onto his or her hip or side.
The resulting hip pain and tenderness from a hip pointer often limit an athlete's participation in sports.