TERMIUM Plus®

The Government of Canada’s terminology and linguistic data bank.

hip pointer [1 record]

Record 1 2002-07-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Musculoskeletal System
  • Symptoms (Medicine)
DEF

A direct contact injury to the iliac crest of the pelvis.

OBS

The term hip pointer is somewhat confusing. It can refer to a deep bruise of the muscle and bone, a small chip fracture or even a complete break. Typically, however, this term refers to a severe bruise and not a fracture. ... Hip pointers are caused by a direct blow to the side of the hip and pelvis. They are most commonly associated with football but can be seen in almost any contact sport.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appareil locomoteur (Médecine)
  • Symptômes (Médecine)

Spanish

Save record 1

Copyright notice for the TERMIUM Plus® data bank

© Public Services and Procurement Canada, 2024
TERMIUM Plus®, the Government of Canada's terminology and linguistic data bank
A product of the Translation Bureau

Features

Language Portal of Canada

Access a collection of Canadian resources on all aspects of English and French, including quizzes.

Writing tools

The Language Portal’s writing tools have a new look! Easy to consult, they give you access to a wealth of information that will help you write better in English and French.

Glossaries and vocabularies

Access Translation Bureau glossaries and vocabularies.

Date Modified: