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Why is it possible to swing around the leg in circles at the hip joint but not at the knee joint?
The hip joint is a ball and socket joint so it possible to move the leg around in a 360 degree circle. The knee joint is a pivotal hinge joint so it can only move backwards and forwards with slight rotation.
What is the joint connecting the waist to the leg called?
the ball and socket joint, also known as the hip joints.
Which type of joints in found in the hip bone?
feamer head and neck
How many legs joints in your body?
The leg has a joint at the knee, one at the hip, and one at the ankle. So each leg has 3.
The strongest joint in the body is the?
the leg"The leg" is a body part. The hip joint is the strongest one in the body.
Why is it possible to swing around the leg in circles at the hip joint but not at the knee joint?
The hip joint is a ball and socket joint so it possible to move the leg around in a 360 degree circle. The knee joint is a pivotal hinge joint so it can only move backwards and forwards with slight rotation.
Which of the following is an example of a pivotal joint?
the joint that joins the skull to the first vertebra
What are the differences between the hip flexors and extensors in terms of their functions and how they contribute to movement?
The hip flexors are responsible for bending the hip joint and lifting the leg, while the hip extensors are responsible for straightening the hip joint and pushing the leg back. Together, they work to facilitate movements like walking, running, and jumping by coordinating the flexion and extension of the hip joint.
What is the leg joint above the knee?
The Hip
What is the joint above and below the knee?
It is not a separate joint it is your hip joint, the hip joint is a ball & socket joint!!!
How many joints are in a human leg?
There are three joints in the human leg: the hip joint, the knee joint, and the ankle joint.
What is the relationship between the anatomy of the upper leg and hip?
The anatomy of the upper leg and hip are closely connected because the hip joint connects the thigh bone (femur) to the pelvis. The muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the upper leg and hip work together to provide stability, support, and movement for the body.
Where does your upper leg bone attach to your torso?
The upper leg bone, known as the femur, attaches to the pelvis at the hip joint. This connection allows for movements such as walking, running, and jumping. The hip joint is a ball-and-socket joint that provides stability and range of motion to the leg.
What is the Attachment of leg to pelvic girdle at hip?
The attachment of the leg to the pelvic girdle at the hip is formed by the hip joint, which is a ball-and-socket joint where the rounded head of the femur (thigh bone) fits into the acetabulum of the pelvis. Ligaments and muscles surround the joint to provide stability and allow for movement in various directions.
What is the joint connecting the waist to the leg called?
the ball and socket joint, also known as the hip joints.
What are some causes of hip joint pain?
The cause of hip joint pain is typically excess movement by pounding of the leg on to hard pavement such as cement. Typically, hip joint pain is caused by a lack of stretching or excess strain.
Which type of joints in found in the hip bone?
feamer head and neck
