Hip and Thigh Anatomy Crossword
Across
- 2. lower anterior portion of the pelvis
- 4. bursa at insertion of hamstrings
- 5. structure that deepens the joint socket, absorbs shock, and increases surface area
- 9. insertion for the iliopsoas
- 11. weakest of the three ligaments that prevents excessive extension
- 15. extension of spinal column with 5 fused vertebrae
- 16. location of insertion for several gluteal muscles and external rotators
- 18. the rigid, slightly movable joints on the posterior pelvis between spine and pelvis
- 19. upper portion of the pelvis
Down
- 1. lower posterior portion of pelvis
- 2. pubis bones form this amphiarthrodial joint
- 3. socket of the hip joint made of all 3 pelvis parts
- 6. ligament that prevents excess abduction and extension
- 7. opening in the pelvis made by ischium and pubis
- 8. anterior ligament that is the strongest ligament in the body that prevents hyperextension of the hip
- 10. sit bones of the pelvis
- 12. substantial contributor to joint stability that is thicker anterior
- 13. origin of the quadriceps muscle that crosses the hip
- 14. bursa over the greater trochanter
- 17. origin of the muscle that does hip flexion, external rotation, and knee flexion