Question

Which of the following attitude will be seen in a patient with posterior dislocation of hip?

• A. Flexion, Abduction, Internal rotation
• B. Flexion, Adduction, Internal rotation
• C. Flexion, Abduction, External rotation
• D. Flexion, Adduction, External rotation

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

In cases of posterior dislocation of the hip, the typical presentation is characterized by the specific positions of the upper leg and thigh, known as the attitude of the limb. This occurs due to the position of the femoral head displaced posteriorly out of the acetabulum. The correct attitude typically seen includes:

• Flexion: The hip joint is usually flexed to some degree.
• Adduction: The thigh is moved towards the midline of the body.
• Internal Rotation: The limb is rotated inward towards the body's midline.

These positions result from the mechanical forces applied to the surrounding muscles and ligaments, and maintaining such an attitude can be indicative of a posterior dislocation. This aligns with the provided options, confirming that the attitude of flexion, adduction, and internal rotation is characteristic of a posterior hip dislocation.