Pelvic Anatomy 2 Flashcards

Explain how the arrangement of ligaments of the sacrum relates to force transmission through the pelvis.

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What kind of joint is the sacroiliac joint and what ligaments reinforce it?

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  • Synoival joint
  • Reinforced by:
    • sacrospinous ligament
    • sacrotuberous ligament
    • dorsal sacroiliac ligament
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What purpose do the ligaments surrounding the sacroiliac joint serve?

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  • Reinforcement of the joint
    • resists anterior rotation of sacrum
    • little movement occurs here
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