Definition The ischium (Os ischii) is a flat bone of the human pelvis. It borders on the pubic bone (Os pubis) and the ilium (Os ilium) and forms together with these the so-called hip bone (Os coxae). Together with the sacrum, this bone closes the complete pelvic ring and thus forms the basis of the … Ischium
Tuber ischiadicum The ischial tuberosity is a prominent bony prominence that forms the lower end of the bony pelvis. It has a rough surface and essentially fulfills two functions. On the one hand, it forms the point of origin for a whole group of muscles of the thigh and buttock, the so-called thigh flexors. From … Tuber ischiadicum | Ischium
Inflammations at the ischium In principle, inflammation can occur at any of the structures on the ischium. Inflammations of the bone are rather rare. They are usually caused by other inflammations in the surrounding area, e.g. inflammation of the bladder, which then spreads to the ischium. Much more common are inflammations of the muscles or … Inflammations at the ischium | Ischium
