Topik 9 Flashcards
1
Q
Hip
A
Articulation between head of femur and acetabulum of pelvis
2
Q
Angle of inclination of femur
A
Angle in frontal plane
Causes change angle; acquired, congenital
Coxa vara- less than 125
Coxa valga- greater than 125
3
Q
Torsion angle
A
Describe relative rotation between shaft and neck of femur
Normal anteversion=10-15
Excessive anteversion= greater
than 15
Retroversion= less than 15