Articulatio Coxae (Noun)
Meaning
The ball-and-socket joint between the head of the femur and the acetabulum.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The articulatio coxae is the largest ball-and-socket joint in the human body, playing a vital role in weight-bearing and locomotion.
- The hip joint, also known as articulatio coxae, is formed where the head of the femur meets the acetabulum of the pelvis.
- In humans, the articulatio coxae enables a wide range of movements, including flexion, extension, and rotation.
- A deepening of the acetabulum in the articulatio coxae allows for greater stability and reduces the risk of dislocation.
- Damage to the articulatio coxae can lead to a diagnosis of hip osteoarthritis, characterized by degeneration of the joint cartilage.