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hip

the hip.

the hip is the largest ball-and-socket joint in the body. the thigh bone (femur) fits tightly into a cup-shaped socket (acetabulum) in the pelvis. the hip joint is held together by muscles of the buttocks, groin, and spine; tendons; ligaments; and a joint capsule.

current as of: july 17, 2023

author: healthwise staff
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