pelvic girdle

Question 1

function of superior and inferior pelvic ligaments

Answer 1

support pubic symphysis

Question 2

function of anterior sarcoiliac ligament

Answer 2

support anterior sarcoiliac joint

Question 3

function of dorsal sarcoiliac ligament

Answer 3

support posterior sarcoiliac joint

Question 4

function of interosseous ligament in sarcoiliac joint

Answer 4

support posterior

Question 5

clinical correlation of illiolumbar ligament

Answer 5

L5 ventral ramus can get entrapped here

Question 6

function of levator ani muscle

Answer 6

• provides support to organs

- in females: sphincters for urethra, vagina, and rectum

Question 7

innervation of levator ani

Answer 7

branches of ventral rami of S1 and S2

Question 8

where does the center of mass run?

Answer 8

through cervical and lumbar vertebrae

• posterior to hip
• anterior to knee and ankle