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Hip Joint (Noun)

Meaning

The ball-and-socket joint between the head of the femur and the acetabulum.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The hip joint is one of the most mobile joints in the human body, allowing for a wide range of movements.
  • A hip joint replacement surgery involves replacing the damaged or arthritic joint with an artificial one made of metal and plastic.
  • In a normal hip joint, the head of the femur fits snugly into the acetabulum, allowing for smooth movement.
  • The hip joint is a complex joint that is prone to various injuries and conditions, such as dislocations and osteoarthritis.
  • Doctors use various imaging tests, including X-rays and MRIs, to diagnose problems with the hip joint and develop a treatment plan.

Synonyms

  • Articulatio Coxae
  • Hip
  • Coxa

Hypernyms

  • Cotyloid Joint
  • Ball-and-socket Joint
  • Articulatio Spheroidea
  • Enarthrosis
  • Enarthrodial Joint
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