A rare fracture-dislocation of the hip in a gymnast and review of the literature

Posterior fracture-dislocation of the hip is an uncommon injury in athletic s and leisure activities. It is more commonly seen in high energy motor veh icle accidents and occasionally in high energy sporting activities. A rare case is reported of posterior fracture-dislocation of the hip joint that oc curred in a young athlete during gymnastics. This unusual mechanism of inju ry illustrates the great forces sustained by the hip joint of gymnasts. Ear ly reduction and operative treatment led to a congruent and stable hip join t. After rehabilitation, she returned to light sporting activities after si x months.