Matching Pairs Hip and Pelvis ReviewOnline version Matching the pelvis anatomy to it's function by Courtney BEALL 1 This is that part of the femur with the most stress on it. 2 This is the part of the femur that fits in the ball and socket joint. 3 The end of the spinal cord, beginning at the L2 vertebra. 4 This is the part of the pelvis that you put your hands on. 5 Adductor Magnus, Gracilis, Pectineus 6 Tensor fasciae latae, Iliotibial tract and Gluteus medius 7 The largest nerve in the body. Starting at bony pelvis and runs down the posterior aspect of the leg. 8 This nerve is responsible for innervating the toes. 9 In order to check for pulse in the pelvic region, you may palpate this. 10 This part of the pelvis is known as the socket. 11 This bone is also known as your tail bone. 12 Gluteals and Hamstrings 13 This is the part of the pelvis that you sit on. 14 Rectus Femoris, Sartorius, Psoas Major and Minor, and Iliacus. 15 This is the part of the pelvis that connects the two pubic bones. Digital Nerve Coccyx Sciatic nerve Hip Abduction Femoral artery Hip Extension Cauda Equina Hip Flexion Hip Adduction Neck of Femur Ilium Pubic Symphysis Ischium Acetabulum Head of Femur