W-34 Hip Joint and Thigh - Ligaments Flashcards

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Iliofemoral

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From: Ilium (AIIS - anterior inferior iliac spine)
To: Femur (interotrochanteric line)

Function: prevents hyperextension

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Ischiofemoral

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From: ischium
To: Femur (greater trochanter)

Function: prevents medial rotation

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Pubofemoral

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From: pubis (obturator crest)
To: neck of femur

Function: prevents abduction and internal rotation at hip joint

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