lecture 12 Flashcards
acetabulum of the Os coxae
a cup shaped socket in the hip bone, it forms the hip joint and encloses the femur. Provides stability and function.
iliac crest of the os coxae
The uppermost portion or ridge, what we feel is our hip bone.
iliac fossa
a curved surface
anterior superior iliac spine
Is an anterior and superior projection. Where the hip bone comes to a point on the anterior superior end.
anterior inferior iliac spine
Is an anterior and inferior projection. Right under the anterior superior spine
greater sciatic notch
A deep notch, posteriorly. Provides passageway for the sciatic notch.
auricular surface
The rough surface posterior to the ileac fossa which looks like an ear. Where the sacrum and pelvis meet
ischial tuberosity
A rough, rounded inferior surface. Acts as a projection
ischial spine
Is inferior to the greater sciatic notch, and projects medially toward the girdle to provide attachment for the sacrum.
lesser sciatic notch
Is located inferior to the ischial spine and is where nerves and vessels pass through.
pubis is?
pointy
obturator foramen of the pubis
A large hole in the bone which allows for attachment of the hip muscles and ligaments.
* Hello, obturator.
pubic symphysis
A tall oval flat surface has cartilage separating the two pelvic bones.
pubic tubercle
a bump projecting forward to allow attachment for the inguinal
head of the femur
a ball like top (head) with a pit in the center
fovea capitis of the femur
o A point of attachment for ligaments to attach the femur to the acetabulum