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Examination of the Hip

Synopsis
Shows the normal anatomy of the hip joint, then a systematic examination of the joint using the sequence of inspection, palpation and movement. Demonstrates the technique of listing physical signs first on a normal subject and then in a number of patients with hip pathology. Demonstrates the more difficult concepts of the Trendelenburg test and measurement of true and apparent shortening on a model to assist understanding.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 20 min.
Year of production
1987
Availability
Sale
Uses
Orthopaedic house officers; may be used as part of an introductory course on clinical matters prior to practical experiment.*
Subjects
Medical sciences
Keywords
anatomy; clinical examination; hips; orthopaedic medicine

Credits

Contributor
David L Hambles

Production Company

Name

British Orthopaedic Association

Distributor

Name

Graves Medical Audiovisual Library, c/o Concord Video & Film Council

Notes
Secretary: Lydia Vulliamy

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