Hip Injuries & Conditions
Information of the hip
The hip is a complex and essential joint which supports the body’s full weight. It is formed where the head of the femur (thigh bone) meets the socket of the pelvis (acetabulum).
Its complex anatomy includes:
- 2 bones
- 17 main muscles
- 4 ligaments
- Tendons
- Blood vessels, nerves and soft tissue
Hip Treatments
Find out more about Hip Surgery and Treatments At Orthopaedics SA
