Select the correct definition(s):
A) Antetorsion is a posterior rotation through the long axis of the femur.
B) Retrotorsion results in a posterior rotation of the neck of the femur in relation to the acetabulum.
C) Anteversion refers to the position of the head of the femur relative to its position in the acetabulum.
D) Retroversion places the leg into external rotation.

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Version refers to the position of the head of femur relative to the acetabulum; torsion refers to a twisting of the long axis of the femur. Anteversion and retrotorsion both place the leg in external rotation. Retroversion and antetorsion place the leg in internal rotation.

Select the Correct Definition(s)