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Ischiofemoral ligament
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The ischiofemoral ligament is a capsular ligament found on the posterior aspect of the hip joint. It is the weakest of the three capsular ligaments of the hip joint, with the others being the iliofemoral and pubofemoral ligaments.
Medially, it is attached to the ischial part of the acetabular rim, spiraling superolaterally to the neck of the femur to attach to the base of the greater trochanter, deep to the iliofemoral ligament. The ischiofemoral ligament strengthens the posterior aspect of the fibrous joint capsule, prevents excessive extension and limits medial rotation of the hip joint.
| Terminology |
English: Ischiofemoral ligament Latin: Ligamentum ischiofemorale |
| Definition | Caspular ligament on the posterior aspect of the hip joint |
| Attachments | Spirals from the ischial part of the acetabular rim to the base of the greater trochanter of the femur |
| Function | Strengthens joint capsule, prevents excessing extension and limits medial rotation of the hip joint |
Learn more about the ligaments of the hip joint with this study unit (and article):
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