Hi,
The fall you met with can cause
soft tissue injury involving the skin, subcutaneous fat, muscles, blood vessels, nerves/bone (pelvic bones, long bones) injury-causing hairline to gross
fracture /injury to joint & structures forming joint.
If you are moving around without pain in joint or bony pain &swelling on the one with a painful point on pressure, the possibility of fracture seems to be less.
Still, a detailed physical examination & needful imaging investigations must be performed to exclude any serious injury (especially in senior citizens).
Rest, ice or hot pack & over the counter anti-inflammatory pill (
Ibuprofen) would give some relief till you see the doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician