Description
There are five ligaments of the hip joint, including the iliofemoral, pubofemoral, ischiofemoral, and transverse acetabular ligaments, and the ligaments of the head of the femur. Collectively, they play a vital role in the stability of the hip joint.
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Hip Joint
The hip joint is a synovial articulation between the acetabulum of the pelvis and the proximal femur.