The Hip Joint and Its Structure

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What is the function of the ligamentum teres in relation to the head of the femur?

It provides structural support to the femur.

It serves as a primary attachment for surrounding muscles.

It connects the head of the femur to the acetabulum. (correct)

It stabilizes the knee joint.

Which cartilage coefficient of friction is characteristic of cartilage in the hip joint?

0.05 - 0.1

0.002 - 0.01 (correct)

0.1 - 0.15

0.2 - 0.3

What structure deepens the acetabulum around its bony rim?

Cartilaginous disc

Fibrocartilaginous acetabular labrum (correct)

Transverse ligament

Hyaline cartilage

What type of cartilage is found in the acetabulum?

Hyaline cartilage Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the synovium in the hip joint?

Produce synovial fluid for lubrication Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the gluteus minimus muscle?

Abducts and medially rotates the thigh Signup and view all the answers

Which nerve supplies the tensor fascia latae (TFL) muscle?

Superior gluteal nerve Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin point of the rectus femoris muscle?

Anterior inferior iliac spine and above the acetabulum Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle primarily contributes to hip flexion?

Rectus femoris Signup and view all the answers

What attachment does the iliotibial band (ITB) have?

Lateral condyle of the tibia Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the pubofemoral ligament?

Resists hip abduction and extension Signup and view all the answers

Where does the ischiofemoral ligament originate?

Posterior surface of the acetabular rim Signup and view all the answers

Which ligament crosses the acetabular notch?

Transverse acetabular ligament Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the ligament of the head of femur is true?

It connects to the fovea of the femur Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action of the gluteus maximus muscle?

Extends and laterally rotates the thigh Signup and view all the answers

What is the nerve supply for the gluteus maximus?

Inferior gluteal nerve Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following muscles is responsible for hip abduction?

Gluteus medius Signup and view all the answers

What is the insertion point of the gluteus maximus?

Iliotibial tract and gluteal tuberosity of femur Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action of the iliopsoas muscle group?

Flexes the thigh Signup and view all the answers

What is the nerve supply for the iliacus muscle?

Femoral nerve L2-L3 Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle can laterally rotate the thigh depending on hip position?

Piriformis Signup and view all the answers

What is the common insertion point for the iliopsoas muscle group?

Lesser trochanter of femur Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the adductor muscles surrounding the hip joint?

Adduct the thigh Signup and view all the answers

What is the common origin of the hamstrings, excluding the short head of the Biceps Femoris?

Ischial tuberosity Signup and view all the answers

Which nerve supplies the Semitendinosus muscle?

Tibial portion of the sciatic nerve Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary actions of the Rectus Femoris muscle?

Flexes and extends the hip and knee Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is NOT a part of the hamstrings?

Gracilis Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle has its origin at the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS)?

Sartorius Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Hip Joint

Cartilage's coefficient of friction is significantly lower than that of ice (0.002 - 0.01 compared to 0.2- 0.5).
The acetabulum is deepened by the fibrocartilaginous acetabular labrum.
The labrum is attached to the bony rim and the transverse ligament.

Ligaments of the Hip Joint

The pubofemoral ligament resists hip extension, adduction, and abduction, situated anteriorly.
The ischiofemoral ligament resists hip abduction and extension, situated posteriorly.
The ligament of the head of femur (ligamentum teres) has no role in stability despite attaching to the fovea.
The ligamentum teres forms a synovial membrane tube for blood vessels and is absent in adults.

Hip Stability

The gluteal muscles are crucial for hip stability.
The gluteus maximus is a powerful extensor, laterally rotating the thigh.
The gluteus medius and minimus are important for abduction and medial rotation of the thigh.

Tensor Fascia Lata and Iliotibial Band

The tensor fascia latae (TFL) helps with hip flexion, abduction, and medial rotation.
The TFL inserts into the iliotibial tract, which is a strong membranous fascia and attaches to the lateral condyle of the tibia.

Hip Flexors

The rectus femoris flexes the hip joint and extends the knee joint.
The iliacus flexes the thigh.
The iliopsoas group consists of three muscles (iliacus, psoas minor, and psoas major) that share a common insertion and are powerful hip flexors.

Adductors

The adductor brevis, adductor longus, and adductor magnus all adduct the thigh.
They have different origins and insertions, but are all innervated by the obturator nerve, except the adductor magnus which also receives innervation from the tibial portion of the sciatic nerve.

Piriformis

The piriformis laterally rotates and abducts the thigh.
Depending on hip position, it can also medially rotate the thigh.

Hamstrings

The hamstrings originate at the ischial tuberosity (except the short head of the biceps femoris).
The biceps femoris has long and short heads, and both flex the knee; the long head also extends the hip.
The semimembranosus and semitendinosus flex the knee, extend the hip, and slightly medially rotate.

Bi-Articular Muscles

The rectus femoris, sartorius, and gracilis are bi-articular muscles that work at both the hip and knee joints.
The sartorius flexes, abducts, and laterally rotates the hip joint.
The gracilis adducts the hip joint and flexes the knee.

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This quiz explores the anatomy and stability of the hip joint, including the role of cartilage, ligaments, and muscles. Test your knowledge on the features and functions of the hip joint components, such as the acetabulum and gluteal muscles.