Statics and functions of the pelvis

Function of the pelvis

•Transfer the weight from the vertebral column to the lower limb •

The anatomical position of the pelvis

•ASIS is on the same plane as the pubis.

•the base of the sacrum is as on the same plane as acetabulum => No need of active muscle function for bearing the

Function of the pelvis

The anatomical position of the pelvis

Pelvic inclination- pelvic tilt

Stability of the pelvis (The system of 2 arches)

Elasticity of the pelvis (the sacrum as lever)

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