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Hip and spine

 Hip and spine is a term used to describe the hip joint and the vertebrae of the spine. The hip joint is made up of three bones: the femur (thigh bone), which connects to the pelvis, and two smaller bones called acetabula. These are located on either side of your pelvis.

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The lower back consists of eight vertebrae, or disks that make up your spinal cord. They are arranged in a way that allows you to bend forward at the waist without bending at all from your neck down.

Problem of hip and spine can be due to deficiency of vitamin D.

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