Hip primary structures Flashcards
1
Q
The articular capsule is reinforced by these ligaments
A
- iliofemoral
- pubofemoral
- ischiofemoral
2
Q
femoral triangle borders
A
- inguinal ligament
- sartorius
- adductor longus
3
Q
What passes through the femoral triangle?
A
femoral vein
femoral artery
femoral nerve
lymph glands
4
Q
This structure is considered the strongest ligament in the body
A
iliofemoral ligament
5
Q
What does the iliofemoral ligament do?
A
prevents excessive hip extension
helps maintain upright posture
6
Q
The weakest of the 3 hip ligaments
A
ischiofemoral ligament
7
Q
This ligament provides a physical attachment of the femoral head to the inferior rim of the acetabulum. Blood and nerves travel with the ligament
provides only minimal stability to the hip
A
ligamentum teres
8
Q
function of pubofemoral ligament
A
- prevent excessive abduction
- limits hip extension