Which option properly lists the three examples of poor hip function?

• A. Muted hip (never closes/flexes).
• B. Lack of hip extension.
• C. Slow hip extension.
• D. All of the above.

Answer: (D)

Understanding how hip movement fails shows up across different aspects of hip function. A hip that never flexes or closes signals limited hip flexion and control, which can hold you back in movements that require depth or forward drive. A lack of hip extension points to an inability to fully straighten the hip during extension phases, reducing propulsion and stability. Slow hip extension indicates the extension occurs but with reduced speed, limiting power output and tempo. Each of these is a distinct manifestation of poor hip function, and when you see all three together, you have a comprehensive picture of dysfunction. The option that includes all of these signs best captures the overall picture of poor hip function.