NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -Hip movements include flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, circumduction, and hip rotation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Movements possible at the hip include flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation and circumduction. The most anterior muscles of the hip and thigh tend to flex the hip and extend the knee. The posterior muscles of the hip and thigh mainly extend the hip and flex the knee.

Detailed explanation-3: -The hip acts as a multi-axial, ball-and-socket joint upon which the upper body is balanced during stance and gait. The balance and stability provided by the hip joint allow motion while supporting forces encountered during daily activities.

Detailed explanation-4: -The hip joint is a ball-and-socket joint that allows motion and gives stability needed to bear body weight. The socket area (acetabulum) is inside the pelvis. The ball part of this joint is the top of the thighbone (femur).