Kinesiology 202: The Thigh and Hip Joint Complex

These flashcards cover key terminology and concepts related to the thigh and hip joint complex in Kinesiology.

Thigh and Hip Joint Complex

Includes bones, ligaments, motions, musculature, structures, and neurovascular components.

Femur

The thigh bone, supports weight and allows movement.

Innominate Bone

Fusion of the ilium, ischium, and pubis at the acetabulum.

Hip Joint

A ball and socket joint allowing multi-directional movement.

Flexion

Decreases the angle between thigh and pelvis.

Extension

Increases the angle between thigh and pelvis.

Internal Rotation

Anterior surface of the thigh rotates towards the midline.

External Rotation

Anterior surface of the thigh rotates away from the midline.

Iliofemoral Ligament

Prevents hyperextension of the hip joint.

Pubofemoral Ligament

Prevents hyperabduction of the hip joint.

Ischiofemoral Ligament

Prevents hyperadduction of the hip joint.

Ligamentum Teres

Holds the head of the femur into the acetabulum.

Gluteus Maximus

Largest gluteal muscle, responsible for hip extension.

Iliopsoas

Muscle group that includes psoas major and iliacus, primary hip flexors.

Adductors

Group of muscles responsible for adducting the hip.

Neurovascular Supply

Includes the femoral nerve and associated blood vessels supplying the lower extremity.

Clinical Significance

Methods for checking neurovascular function in the lower extremity through sensory and vascular assessments.