MSKCF1 - Ax & Tx of Pts with Hip Conditions

Where is the greater trochanter located?

• On the medial aspect of the femur

• On the lateral aspect of the femur

• On the posterior aspect of the femur

• On the anterior aspect of the femur

Answer explanation

Location of the greater trochanter is required for proper goniometric measurement of hip joint ROM.

Name the muscle(s) involved in hip flexion.

• Gluteus maximus

• Iliacus

• Psoas

• Hamstring

What is the definition of the hip joint?

• The connection between the lower limb and the spine

• The connection between the lower limb and the pelvic girdle

• The connection between the lower limb and the shoulder girdle

• The connection between the upper limb and the spine

What type of joint is the hip joint?

• Condyloid

• Pivot

• Saddle

• Ball and socket

Answer explanation

The ball and socket joint is a fairly stable joint and has multiple plans of movement.

What muscle group extends the hip?

• Hamstrings

• Adductors

• Gluteals (“glutes”)

• Quadriceps (“quads”)

Answer explanation

Associating hip joint movement with the muscle group.

This movement of the hip is called

• Abduction

• Adduction

• Flexion

• Extension

Answer explanation

Identification of anatomical terms for human movements.

This exercise is called the bridge exercise or bridging. What movement of the hip does it involve?

• Abduction

• Adduction

• Flexion

• Extension

Answer explanation

This is a common exercise taught to patients who may be confined in bed. This movement is important for hygiene and caring activities such as donning of pants.

If your patient has right hip pain and needs to use a quad stick. At which side will the quad stick be used?

• Contralateral side of the affected hip

• Ipsilateral side of the affected hip

• Both. Use 2 quad sticks

• None of the above

Answer explanation

Refresher of medical terminology and the use of walking aid.