[Apophyseal rupture of ischial bone tuberosity].

The apophyses of the pelvic skeleton are the insertion zones of strong muscles and tendons and are soft points towards the end of growth. Apophyseal ruptures have quite often occurred as a consequence of overstressing in the context of certain athletic disciplines. Reported in this paper are two of the authors' own cases of apophyseal rupture of Tuber ossis ischii. Diagnosis is easy on the basis of case history, clinical manifestations, and X-ray. Treatment is conservative, with the patient hip-straightened confined to bed for three weeks. Surgery might be indicated in cases of continued seating problems or neurological failures.