Angle of inclination
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What is the average angle of inclination of the proximal femur at birth?

  • 125 degrees
  • 165-170 degrees (correct)
  • 180 degrees
  • 200 degrees

    • Coxa vara is described as an angle of inclination that is:

  • Markedly greater than about 125 degrees
  • Markedly less than 125 degrees (correct)
  • Exactly 125 degrees
  • Slightly greater than 125 degrees

    • What can happen as a result of severe malalignment caused by abnormal angles of inclination?

  • Improved hip biomechanics
  • Joint dislocation (correct)
  • Increased joint flexibility
  • Decreased joint stress

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