Hip bones
Hip Bones
The Hip Bones (pronunciation: /hɪp boʊnz/), also known as the pelvic bones, are a pair of large, flat bones that form the most substantial part of the human skeleton's pelvic region.
Etymology
The term "hip" originates from the Old English word "hype," which means "hip or haunch." The term "bone" comes from the Old English "ban," which means "bone or tusk."
Anatomy
The hip bones are made up of three parts: the ilium, the ischium, and the pubis. These three bones fuse together during adolescence to form a single, solid bone on each side of the body. The hip bones are connected to the spinal column at the sacrum and meet in the front at the pubic symphysis.
Function
The primary function of the hip bones is to support the weight of the body in both static (e.g., standing) and dynamic (e.g., walking or running) postures. They also provide protection for the pelvic cavity and its internal organs, including the urinary bladder, rectum, and in women, the uterus.
Related Terms
- Pelvis: The larger structure that includes the hip bones, sacrum, and coccyx.
- Coxal bone: Another term for the hip bone.
- Acetabulum: The socket of the hip bone, into which the head of the femur fits.
- Hip joint: The ball-and-socket joint between the hip bone and the femur.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hip bones
- Wikipedia's article - Hip bones
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