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