Hip and Pelvis Review

Front

What is the Manual Muscle Test used for?

Back

The Manual Muscle Test is used to identify injuries to muscles by assessing muscle strength and detecting weakness.

Front

What part of the pelvis is referred to when placing hands on the hips?

Back

The part of the pelvis touched when placing hands on the hips is the Iliac Crest.

Front

Which part of the pelvis do we sit on?

Back

We sit on the Ischial Tuberosity.

Front

What anatomical feature helps differentiate male and female pelvises?

Back

The Subpubic angle is the structure that shows differences between male and female hips/pelvis.

Front

Which muscle group is primarily involved in hip abduction?

Back

The Abductors are the muscle group responsible for hip abduction.

Front

What is the function of the Iliac Crest?

Back

The Iliac Crest provides attachment points for muscles and ligaments and helps support the pelvis.

Front

What is the significance of the Greater Trochanter?

Back

The Greater Trochanter serves as an important site for muscle attachment and is a landmark for hip joint anatomy.

Front

What does the term 'Acetabulum' refer to?

Back

The Acetabulum is the socket of the hip joint where the femur connects to the pelvis.

Front

What is the role of the Ischial Tuberosity?

Back

The Ischial Tuberosity supports the weight of the body when sitting and serves as an attachment point for muscles.

Front

How does the Subpubic angle differ between genders?

Back

The Subpubic angle is typically wider in females than in males, reflecting differences in pelvic structure.