Osteology of the hip Flashcards
In children and younger people, what else occupies the inferior acetabular notch, as well as the transverse acetabular ligament?
A blood supply
What is the name for the “socket” of the hip joint?
The acetabulum
What is the “ball” part of the hip joint called?
The femoral head
What type of joint is the hip joint?
A ball and socket joint
In older people, what is the only blood supply to the femoral head?
Through the neck of femur
Where is the fovea capitis found?
On the femoral head
What attaches to the fovea capitis in younger people?
A ligament to provide the blood supply to the head of the femur and part of the neck of the femur
What attaches to the inferior acetabular notch?
transverse acetabular ligament
Which 3 bones make up the acetabulum of the hip joint?
- the ilium
- the pubic bone
- the ischium
