Movements of the Femur at the Hip Joint

Question 1

a forward movement of the femur (movement in the anterior plane)

Answer 1

flexion

Question 2

is the return movement from flexion (movement in the posterior plane)

Answer 2

extension

Question 3

is a backward movement of the femur beyond normal anatomical position and this
movement is limited, if not completely absent in most individuals (except dancer and gymnasts) with the
advantage being a restriction in movement to keep the hip joint stable

Answer 3

hyperextension

Question 4

is lateral movement of the femur

Answer 4

abduction

Question 5

is medial movement of the femur

Answer 5

adduction

Question 6

is rotation of the femur around its longitudinal axis, so that the knee is turned
outward

Answer 6

lateral (outward) rotation

Question 7

is rotation of the femur around its longitudinal axis, so that the knee is turned
inward

Answer 7

medial (inward) rotation