Lower Limb

Question 1

Where is the line of gravity relative to the hip, knee and ankle?

Answer 1

• behind hip joint
• in front of knee
• in front of ankle

Question 2

What are the 4 parts of the pelvic girdle?

Answer 2

1. ilium
2. ischium
3. pubis
4. acetabulum

Question 3

What type of joint is the sacroiliac joint and what does it do?

Answer 3

plane joint
significant ligamentous support for weight bearing

Question 4

what type of joint is the pubic symphysis and what does it do?

Answer 4

secondary cartilaginous joint
direct articulation of pelvic bones