The Hip & Pelvis

The pelvis is composed of three bones: the ilium, ischium, and (a)   .

• Femur

• Pubis
• Tibia

• Scapula

The hip joint connects the (a)   to the pelvis.

• Tibia

• Femur

• Humerus

• Radius

The hip joint is a (a)   joint, which allows for a wide range of motion.

• hinge

• ball-and-socket

• pivot

Explain how the pelvis contributes to the strength of the hip joint.

Fill in the blank: The assortment of ligaments, bones, muscles, and tendons make the hip joint the _______ joint in the body.

In the Trendelenburg Test, the examiner watches the movement of the (a)   .

• Arms

• Legs

• Pelvis

• Head

The Trendelenburg Test is considered positive if the pelvis on the side of the non-stance leg (a)   .

• Rises

• Falls

• Stays level

• Moves forward

The image shows a test for (a)   .

• Knee arthritis

• Hip bursitis

• Shoulder dislocation

• Ankle sprain

Fill in the blank: A common method to relieve leg pain is _______.

Which of the following is not a symptom of hamstring strains?

• A) Sharp pain in the back of the thigh

• B) Bruising

• C) Headache

• D) Swelling