1.2.2. Ligaments of the Hip Joint Flashcards
What is the function of the Ligaments of the Hip Joint?
To increase stability
How many groups of Ligaments of the Hip Joint are there?
2
What are the groups of Ligaments of the Hip Joint?
- Intracapsular Ligaments of the Hip Joint
2. Extracapsular Ligaments of the Hip Joint
What is the only Intracapsular Ligament of the Hip Joint?
Ligament of the Head of the Femur
How large is the “Ligament of the Head of the Femur”?
It is quite small
Where does the “Ligament of the Head of the Femur” run from / to?
From - Acetabular Fossa
To - Fovea of the Femur
What is enclosed in the “Ligament of the Head of the Femur”?
A Branch of the Obturator Artery (Artery to the Head of the Femur)
What does the Artery enclosed in the “Ligament of the Head of the Femur” supply?
It is a minor source of Arterial supply to the Hip Joint
How many main Extracapsular Ligaments of the Hip Joint are there?
3
What are the main Extracapsular Ligaments of the Hip Joint?
- Iliofemoral Ligament
- Pubofemoral Ligament
- Ischiofemoral Ligament
Where does the Iliofemoral Ligament span between?
- Anterior Inferior Iliac Spine
2. Intertrochanteric Line of the Femur
What shape is the Iliofemoral Ligament?
“Y” shaped
What is the function of the Iliofemoral Ligament?
It prevents Hyperextension of the Hip Joint
Where does the Pubofemoral Ligament span between?
- Superior Pubic Rami
2. Intertrochanteric Line of the Femur
What shape is the Pubofemoral Ligament?
Triangular shaped
