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