Ch18: Hip Joint Flashcards
The lower extremity includes the
Pelvis, Thigh, Leg, and Foot
Bones of the Pelvis
The two innominate bones (hip bones), the sacrum, and the coccyx.
The innominate bone consists of…
Three bones (ilium, ischium, and pubis) fused together.
The thigh contains the…
Femur and the Patella.
The leg includes the…
Tibia and Fibula, and the foot includes seven tarsal bones, five metatarsals, and 14 phalanges.
The Hip Joint
The most proximal of the lower extremity joints. It is very important in weight-bearing and walking activities
-Ball-and-Socket Joint
The rounded, or convex-shaped, femoral head fits into and articulates with the concave-shaped acetabulum
Action of the Hip Joint
Convex-on-Concave
The convex femoral head slides in the direction opposite the movement of the thigh.
-Very stable joint and therefore sacrifices some range of motion. Conversely, the shoulder, which allows a great deal of motion, is not as stable.
Flexion, extension, and hyperextension of the Hip
Occur in the sagittal plane, with approximately 120 degrees of flexion and 15 degrees of hyperextension. (Extension is the return from flexion)
Abduction and Adduction of the Hip
Occur in the frontal plane, with about 45 degrees of abduction. Adduction is usually thought of as the return to anatomical position, although there is approximately an additional 25 degrees of motion possible beyond the anatomical position.
Medial and Lateral Rotations of the Hip
Occur in the transverse plane, (sometimes referred to as internal and external rotation, respectively) There are approximately 45 degrees of rotation possible in each direction from the anatomical position.
Bones of the Lower Extremities
Anterior View
Region: Pelvis (Bones of the Lower. Extremity)
Bones:
- Innominate (ilium, ischium, pubis)
- Sacrum
- Coccyx
Region: Thigh (Bones of the Lower. Extremity)
Bones:
Femur
Individual Bones:
Patella
Region: Leg (Bones of the Lower. Extremity)
Bones:
- Tibia
- Fibula
Region: Foot (Bones of the Lower. Extremity)
Bones:
- Tarsals (7): Calcaneus, Talus, Cubooid, Navicular cuneiform (3)
- Metatarsals (5): First through fifth
- Phalanges (14): Proximal (5), Middle (4), Distal (5)
Motions of the Hip
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Hip Joint Motions End Feel
The end feel of all hip joint motions, except flexion, is firm because of tension in the capsule, ligaments, and muscles. For hip flexion, the end feel is soft because of contact between the anterior thigh and the abdomen.
Open-Packed Position of the Hip
When it is in 30 degrees of flexion, 30 degrees of abduction, and a small degree of lateral rotation. This is the position where maximal joint surface movement is possible.
When the accessory motions of the femoral head are limited…
A mobilizing force that moves the head of the femur into the direction of restriction can help restore motion. (ex. a posterior glide of the head of the femur will promote stretching of the posterior capsule and increased flexion and medial rotation, whereas an anterior glide will stretch the anterior capsule and increase extension and lateral rotation)
Connection of the Pelvic Girdle
The two innominate bones are connected to each other anteriorly and to the sacrum posteriorly. The sacrum is also connected distally to the coccyx. These four bones (the two innominate bones, the sacrum, and the coccyx)
The hip joint is made up of the…
Innominate Bone and Femur
Arthrokinematic motion at hip joint
Convex joint surface moves in opposite direction of the femur during hip abduction/adduction.
Bones of the Pelvis
Anterior View
Ilium
Fan-shaped and makes up the superior portion of the innominate bone
Iliac Fossa of the Ilium
Large, smooth, concave area on the internal surface to which the iliac portion of the iliopsoas muscle attaches
Right Innominate Bone (medial view)
Consists of the ilium, ischium, and pubis. The greater sciatic notch, acetabulum, and obturator foramen are formed by different combinations of these bones
Iliac Crest of the Ilium
Bony part that your hands rest on when you put your hands on your hips. Its borders are the anterior superior iliac spine and the posterior superior iliac spine.
Right Innominate Bone
Lateral View.
Anterior Superior Iliac Spine (asis) of the Ilium
The projection on the anterior end of the iliac crest. The tensor fascia lata and sartorius muscles and the inguinal ligament attach here.
Anterior Inferior Iliac Spine (aiis) of the Ilium
The projection to which the rectus femoris attaches is on the AIIS.
Posterior Superior Iliac Spine (psis) of the Ilium
It is the posterior projection on the iliac crest.
Posterior Inferior Iliac Spine (piis) of the Ilium
Located just below the PSIS.
Ischial Body of the Ischium
Makes up about two-fifths of the acetabulum
Ischial Ramus of the Ischium
Extends medially from the body to connect with the inferior ramus of the pubis. The adductor magnus, obturator externus, and obturator internus muscles attach here.
Ischial Tuberosity of the Ischium
Rough, blunt projection of the inferior part of the body, which is weight-bearing when you are sitting. It provides attachment for the hamstring and adductor magnus muscles.
Ischial Spine of the Ischium
Located on the posterior portion of the body between the greater and lesser sciatic notches. It provides attachment for the sacrospinous ligament
Pubis
Forms the anterior inferior portion of the innominate bone
-Can be divided into three parts: the body and its two rami
Pubic Body of the Pubis
Externally forms about one-fifth of the acetabulum and internally provides attachment for the obturator internus muscle
Superior Ramus of the Pubis
Lies superiorly between the acetabulum and the body and provides attachment for the pectineus muscle
Superior Ramus of the Pubis
Lies superiorly between the acetabulum and the body and provides attachment for the pectineus muscle
Inferior Ramus of the Pubis
Lies posterior, inferior, and lateral to the body. Provides attachment for the adductor magnus and brevis and gracilis muscles
Symphysis Pubis of the Pubis
A cartilaginous joint connecting the bodies of the two pubic bones at the anterior midline
Pubic Tubercle of the Pubis
Projects anteriorly on the superior ramus near the symphysis pubis and provides attachment for the inguinal ligament
Acetabulum (combination of the innominate bones)
A deep, cup-shaped cavity that articulates with the femur. It is made up of nearly equal portions of the ilium, ischium, and pubis.
Obturator Foramen (combination of the innominate bones)
A large opening surrounded by the bodies and rami of the ischium and pubis and through which pass blood vessels and nerves
Greater Sciatic Notch (combination of the innominate bones)
Large notch just below the PIIS that is actually made into a foramen by the sacrospinous and sacrotuberous ligaments. The sciatic nerve, piriformis muscle, and other structures pass through this opening.
Greater Sciatic Notch (combination of the innominate bones)
Large notch just below the PIIS that is actually made into a foramen by the sacrospinous and sacrotuberous ligaments. The sciatic nerve, piriformis muscle, and other structures pass through this opening.
Femur
The longest, strongest, and heaviest bone in the body. A person’s height can roughly be estimated to be four times the length of the femur. Articulates with the innominate bone to form the hip joint and has significant landmarks
Femur
The longest, strongest, and heaviest bone in the body. A person’s height can roughly be estimated to be four times the length of the femur. Articulates with the innominate bone to form the hip joint and has significant landmarks
Head of the Femur
The rounded portion covered with articular cartilage articulating with the acetabulum
Neck of the Femur
The narrower portion located between the head and the trochanters
Neck of the Femur
The narrower portion located between the head and the trochanters
Greater Trochanter of the Femur
Large projection located laterally between the neck and the body of the femur, providing attachment for the gluteus medius and minimus and for most deep rotator muscles
Parts of the Femur
Right front and back
Lesser Trochanter of the Femur
A smaller projection located medially and posteriorly just distal to the greater trochanter, providing attachment for the iliopsoas muscle
Trochanteric Fossa of the Femur
Medial surface of the greater trochanter
Intertrochanteric Crest of the Femur
The smooth ridge between greater and lesser trochanters. Serves as attachment for quadratus femoris.
Body of the Femur
The long, cylindrical portion between the bone ends; also called the shaft. It is bowed slightly anteriorly.
Medial Condyle of the Femur
Distal medial end
Lateral Condyle of the Femur
Distal Lateral End
Lateral Epicondyle of the Femur
Projection proximal to the lateral condyle
Medial Epicondyle of the Femur
Projection proximal to the medial condyle
Adductor Tubercle of the Femur
Small projection proximal to the medial epicondyle to which a portion of the adductor magnus muscle attaches
Linea Aspera of the Femur
Prominent longitudinal ridge or crest running down the middle third of the posterior shaft of the femur to which many muscles attach
Pectineal Line of the Femur
Runs from below the lesser trochanter diagonally toward the linea aspera. It provides attachment for the adductor brevis.
Pectineal Line of the Femur
Runs from below the lesser trochanter diagonally toward the linea aspera. It provides attachment for the adductor brevis.
Patellar Surface of the Femur
Located between the medial and lateral condyle anteriorly. It articulates with the posterior surface of the patella.
Tibial Tuberosity of the Tibia
Large projection at the proximal end, in the midline. It provides attachment for the patellar tendon
Joint Capsule of the Hip
Like all synovial joints, the hip has a fibrous joint capsule.
It is strong and thick, and it covers the hip joint in a cylindrical fashion. It attaches proximally around the lip of the acetabulum and distally to the neck of the femur. It forms a cylindrical sleeve that encloses the joint and most of the femoral neck.
Three ligaments reinforce the capsule:
The iliofemoral, the pubofemoral, and the ischiofemoral ligaments
Iliofemoral Ligament
The most important of these ligaments. Reinforces the capsule anteriorly by attaching proximally to the AIIS and crossing the joint anteriorly. It splits into two parts distally to attach to the intertrochanteric line of the femur. Because it resembles an inverted Y, it is often referred to as the Y ligament. It is also known as the ligament of Bigelow. Its main function is to limit hyperextension.
Pubofemoral Ligament
Spans the hip joint medially and inferiorly. It attaches from the medial part of the acetabular rim and superior ramus of the pubis and runs down and back to attach on the neck of the femur. Like the iliofemoral ligament, it limits hyperextension. In addition, it limits abduction.
Ischiofemoral Ligament
Covers the capsule posteriorly. It attaches on the ischial portion of the acetabulum, crosses the joint in a lateral and superior direction, and attaches on the femoral neck. Its fibers limit hyperextension and medial rotation.
Where do the Iliofemoral, Pubofemoral, and Ishiofemoral Ligaments attach?
All 3 ligaments attach along the rim of the acetabulum and cross the hip joint in a spiral fashion to attach on the femoral neck. The combined effect of this spiral attachment is to limit motion in 1 direction (hyperextension) while allowing full motion (flexion) in the other direction. Therefore, these ligaments are slack in flexion and become taut as the hip joint moves into hyperextension.
What happens if you thrust your hips forward so the Iliofemoral, Pubofemoral, and Ischiofemoral Ligaments are in front of your shoulders and knees?
You cause the line of gravity (LOG) to pass posterior to the axis of rotation for the hip joint. This allows you to stand in the upright position without using any muscles by essentially resting or hanging on the iliofemoral ligament. This is the basis for the standing posture of an individual with paralysis following spinal cord injury
Acetabular Labrum
Fibrocartilaginous
Increases the depth of the acetabulum which is located around the rim
The free end of the labrum surrounds the femoral head and helps to hold the head in the acetabulum.
Inguinal Ligament
Has no function at the hip joint, but should be identified because of its presence. It runs from the ASIS to the pubic tubercle and is the landmark that separates the anterior abdominal wall from the thigh. When the external iliac artery and vein pass under the inguinal ligament, their names change to the femoral artery and vein.
Iliotibial Band or Tract
The very long, tendinous portion of the tensor fascia lata muscle. Attaches to the anterior portion of the iliac crest and runs superficially down the lateral side of the thigh to attach to the tibia. Both the gluteus maximus and tensor fascia lata muscles have fibers attaching to the iliotibial band.
Hip joint capsule is reinforced by three ligaments:
The iliofemoral, the pubofemoral, and the ischiofemoral ligaments.
The spiral attachment of the hip ligaments tends to limit hyperextension.
Positioning the hips forward of the shoulders and knees causes the line of gravity to run posterior to the axis of rotation for the hip joint, creating a natural extension force at the hip. This is referred to as “hanging on the Y ligament.”
Inguinal Ligament
Anterior View
The end feel of all hip joint motions, except flexion, is…
Firm because of tension in the capsule, ligaments, and muscles
For hip flexion, the end feel is…
Soft because of contact between the anterior thigh and the abdomen.
Adductor Hiatus
The gap or opening in the distal attachment of the adductor magnus between the linea aspera and the adductor tubercle. It is significant because the femoral artery and vein pass through this opening to reach the posterior surface of the knee, where their name changes to popliteal artery and vein
One and Two Joint Muscles of the Hip
The hip has a group of one-joint muscles that provide most of the control, and it has a group of longer, two-joint muscles that provide the range of motion. Muscles can also be grouped according to their location and somewhat by their function. (ex. the anterior muscles with a vertical line of pull tend to be flexors, lateral muscles tend to be abductors, posterior muscles tend to be extensors, and medial muscles tend to be adductors)
Medial Rotators of the Hip
Muscles that have a more horizontal line of pull and cross the anterior side of the hip
Lateral Rotators of the Hip
Muscles that cross the posterior side of the hip
Several of the hip prime movers are two-joint muscles that also cross…
The knee.
Knee Extensors
Muscles that cross the anterior side of the knee
Knee Extensors
Muscles that cross the posterior side of the knee
Muscle Group: Anterior (muscles of the hip)
One-Joint Muscles: Iliopsoas
Two-Joint Muscles: Rectus Femoris and Sartorius
Muscle Group: Medial (muscles of the hip)
One-Joint Muscles: Pectineus, Adductor Magnus, Adductor Longus, Adductor Brevis
Two-Joint Muscles: Gracilis
Muscle Group: Posterior (muscles of the hip)
One-Joint Muscles: Gluteus Maximus, Deep Rotators (6)
Two-Joint Muscles: Semimembranous, Semitendinosus, Biceps femurs (long head)
Muscle Group: Lateral (muscles of the hip)
One-Joint Muscles: Gluteus medius, Gluteus minimus
Two-Joint Muscles: Tensor Fascia Lata
The iliopsoas muscle is made up of the psoas major and the iliacus
Anterior View (add pic)
Iliopsoas Muscle. (OIAN)
O: Iliac fossa, anterior and lateral surfaces of T12 through L5
I: Lesser Trochanter
A: Hip Flexion
N: Iliac Portion (femoral nerve L2, L3)
Psoas Major Portion: L2 and L3
Rectus Femoris Muscle (OIAN)
O: AIIS
I: Tibial Tuberosity
A: Hip flexion, Knee Extension
N: Femoral Nerve (L2, L3, L4)
Rectus Femoris Muscle
Anterior View (add pic)
Sartorius Muscle (OIAN)
O: ASIS
I: Proximal Medial Aspect of Tibia
A: Combination of hip flexion, abduction, lateral rotation, and knee flexion
N: Femoral Nerve (L2, L3)
Sartorius Muscle
Anterior View (add pic)
Pectineus Muscle
Anterior View (add pic)
Pectineus Muscle (OIAN)
O: Superior ramus of pubis
I: Pectineal line of. femur
A: Hip flexion and adduction
N: Femoral Nerve (L2, L3)
Adductor Longus Muscle (OIAN)
O: Pubis
I: Middle third of the Linea Aspera
A: Hip Adduction
N: Obturator Nerve (L2, L3, L4)
Adductor Brevis Muscle (OIAN)
O: Pubis Pectineal line and proximal linea aspera
A: Hip Adduction
N: Obturator Nerve. (L2, L3)
Three Adductor Muscles
Anterior View (add pic)
Adductor Magnus Muscle (OIAN)
O: Ischium and Pubis
I: Entire linea aspera and adductor
A: Hip Adduction
N: Obturator and Sciatic Nerve (L2, L3, L4)
Gracilis Muscle (OIAN)
O: Pubis
I: Anteromedial Surface of Proximal end of Tibia
A: Hip Adduction
N: Obturator Nerve (L2, L3)
Gracilis Muscle
Anterior View (add pic)