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