It is located beneath the ilium and behind thepubis.
In addition, fracture of the hip or pelvis is not uncommon and can be severely debilitating.
Anatomy
Structure and Location
The ischium is a major part of the hip.
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The former connects the ischial spine to thesacrum, the triangular terminal extension of the spine (tailbone).
As such, its essential in walking, jogging, and other body movements.
This also means that this bone is important for balance and maintaining an erect posture with minimal muscle involvement.
In particular, the area needs to be carefully monitored for signs of internal bleeding.
This condition occurs most often in adults over 50 years of age.
Rehabilitation
Hip fractures can be a serious medical problem, especially in older people.
While osteoarthritis in the hip is a chronic and irreversible condition, its symptoms can be managed medically.
Also, its progression can be slowed with exercise, weight management, and physical therapy.
Pain and inflammation due to the condition are treated with anti-inflammatory and pain-managing drugs.
In well-advanced cases,hip replacement surgerymay be recommended.
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