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Anatomy of the Hip

Hip Anatomy

The hip joint is the largest weight-bearing joint in the human body. It is also referred to as a ball and socket joint and is surrounded by muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The thigh bone or femur and the pelvis join to form the hip joint.

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Hip Videos
  • Michigan Orthopaedic Society
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • AANA Advancing the scope
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine