Coxal means “related to the hip.” It is an anatomical adjective used in medicine to describe bones, joints, and conditions of the hip region. Clinicians use it in radiology reports, diagnoses, surgical descriptions, and physical therapy documentation. In everyday language, it often corresponds to what most people call the “hip” or “hip joint.”
Coxa is a medical term that refers to the hip. It comes from Latin and is used in anatomy, radiology, and orthopedic documentation. Clinicians often use Coxa as part of a longer diagnosis name, such as “coxa vara” or “coxa valga.” In everyday language, it usually corresponds to “hip” or “hip joint.”
Core stabilization is an approach to improving control and support of the trunk, pelvis, and hips during movement. It focuses on how muscles coordinate to keep the spine and pelvis steady while the arms and legs move. It is commonly used in physical therapy, sports medicine, and orthopedic rehabilitation. It is also discussed in training programs aimed at reducing strain during daily activities and sport.
Contrast-enhanced MRI hip is an MRI scan of the hip performed with a contrast agent to make certain tissues and abnormalities easier to see. It is commonly used to clarify findings when a standard MRI is not specific enough. Contrast may be given through a vein (IV) or placed directly into the hip joint for an MR arthrogram. It is used in orthopedics, sports medicine, and radiology to evaluate hip pain, injury, and complex joint conditions.
Contractility hip refers to the ability of the muscles around the hip to contract and generate force. It is used as a concept in orthopedics, sports medicine, and physical therapy to describe hip muscle performance. Clinicians discuss it when evaluating hip pain, weakness, gait changes, and return-to-activity readiness. It may be assessed with hands-on exams or with measurement tools in clinics and research.
A Constrained liner hip is a specialized socket liner used in some total hip replacements. It is designed to “capture” the ball of the hip implant to reduce the chance of dislocation. It is most commonly used in revision hip surgery or complex primary cases with instability risk. It is one tool surgeons may choose when standard components do not provide enough stability.
Computer-assisted hip replacement is a way of performing total hip replacement using digital guidance during surgery. It combines traditional orthopedic techniques with navigation systems and/or robotic tools to help with implant positioning. It is most commonly used in hospitals and surgical centers that offer advanced joint replacement technology. It may be chosen for selected patients when surgeons want added intraoperative measurement and alignment feedback.
The Coccyx is the small bone at the very bottom of the spine. It is commonly called the tailbone. It sits just below the sacrum and forms the terminal end of the spinal column. In orthopedics, it is discussed most often when evaluating tailbone pain and sitting-related discomfort.
A Cobalt chrome head is a smooth, ball-shaped metal component used in some hip replacement implants. It typically attaches to the top of a femoral stem and forms the “ball” part of the hip’s ball-and-socket joint. It is most commonly discussed in total hip arthroplasty (total hip replacement) and hemiarthroplasty (partial hip replacement). It is designed to move against a liner or cup inside the pelvis to allow hip motion.
Clamshell exercise is a common hip-strengthening movement usually performed lying on your side. It focuses on the muscles that stabilize the pelvis and control hip rotation. Clinicians often include it in physical therapy plans for hip, knee, and some lower-back conditions. It is frequently used as a foundational exercise before progressing to more demanding tasks.