Biomechanics And Kinesiology - Pelvis And Hip Flashcards
1
Q
Three functions of the hip
A
- attachment site for muscles
- transmits weight from upper body to ischial tuberosities or to lower limbs
- supports organs involved in bowel, bladder and reproductive functions
2
Q
Coxa vara
A
- angle is less than 125 degrees
3
Q
Coxa valga
A
- angle is larger than 125 degrees
4
Q
Lumbopelvic rhythm
A
- if the pelvis moves, so does the spine
5
Q
Primary hip flexors
A
- iliopsoas
- sartorius
- tensor fasciae latae
- rectus femoris
- adductor longus
- pectineus
6
Q
Primary hip adductors
A
- pectineus
- adductors longus
- gracilis
- adductor brevis
- adductor magnus
7
Q
Primary hip extensors
A
- gluteus maximus
- hamstrings
8
Q
Primary hip abductors
A
- gluteus medius
- gluteus minimus
- tensor fasciae latae
