Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The pubic arch is the angle formed below by the pubic bones in the lower front part of the human pelvis. This structure varies between sexes, being wider in females to facilitate childbirth.
Related terms
Pelvic Girdle: The pelvic girdle is a ring-like bony structure at the base of the spine that connects the trunk to the lower limbs.
This joint is where the sacrum meets the ilium on either side at the back, playing a crucial role in transferring weight from the upper body to lower limbs