Sprain and Strain of the Pelvis

Definition:
An injury to the pelvis when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dilocation or fracture; an injury resulting from tensile force

Symptoms
  • Pain in the lower back
  • Radiating pain into the lower extremity
  • Pelvic instability
Causes
  • Pregnancy
  • Heavy lifting
  • Faulty posture
  • Muscle imbalance
  • Strenuous physical activity
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching
  • Soft tissue massage
  • Core stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Posture program
Sprain and Strain of the Pelvis Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Standing Posture
  • Sitting Posture
  • TA Supine Alt Knee Raise
  • Bridge W Ball Squeeze
  • Bridge Marching
  • Supine Frog
  • Kneeling Hip Flexor
  • Push Up Hold Top
  • Step Overs
  • Gait II

Sprain and Strain of the Pelvis Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Lower Abdominal Series
  • Straight Leg Sit Up
  • Push Up Knee Holds
  • Plank Hold
  • Qped Alternate UE LE Hip Ext
  • Side Plank On Elbow
  • Stairmaster X 20 Minutes

Sprain and Strain of the Pelvis Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Plank Hold
  • Straight Leg Sit Up
  • Single Leg Bridge
  • Superman Holds
  • Side Plank On Elbow
  • Plank Hold Alternate UE LE
  • Lunge Walk Med Ball Rotation