Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
The femoral neck angle (FNA) is a critical parameter in orthopedic assessments and plays a pivotal role in the biomechanics of the hip joint. Changes in FNA have been hypothesized to be associated with various hip pathologies and age-related alterations. This study aims to elucidate the differences in FNA across various age groups and understand its implications for hip joint health. A total of 700 radiographs of the hip joint from individuals aged 1-90 were retrospectively analyzed. Participants were categorized into age groups of decades. The FNA was measured using standardized techniques. Statistical analyses were performed to determine the significance of differences among groups and to correlate age with FNA. There were evident differences in the FNA across the age groups. The FNA tended to increase during the first two decades and showed a gradual decrease in the subsequent decades. The most significant variation was observed between the ages of 10-20 and 70-80. Additionally, a strong negative correlation was found between age (after the second decade) and FNA. The variations in the FNA across different age groups have significant implications for hip joint health. Understanding these differences is crucial for both preventive strategies and therapeutic interventions targeting hip pathologies associated with age.
How to cite this article:
Ajit Holkunde and Supriya Holkunde. Differences in Femoral Neck Angles Across Age Groups: Implications for Hip Joint Health.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.9.102.105
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2023.9.102.105