Anatomy-Pelvis Flashcards
1
Q
Ilium
A
Back of pelvis. Right and left.
Fused with pubis (front of pelvis), and sacrum (lower spine).
Inclusive of the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) or hip points.
2
Q
Pubis
A
Front pelvis. Fused with ilium on right and left.
3
Q
Ischium
A
Sit bones. Right and left.
4
Q
Sacrum
A
Fused between the left and right sides of the ilium (sacro-iliac joint)
Formed of five fused vertebrae.
5
Q
Coccyx
A
Tailbone.
Fused to sacrum.
Cues: lengthen tailbone (visualization)