Actions of Gluteal Muscles Flashcards
1
Q
Action of tensor fasciae latae
A
- Abduction
- Medial rotation
- Flex hip
- Knee extension
2
Q
Action of gluteus maximus
A
- Extension hip
- Raise trunk from flexed position
- Superior Fibers abduct hip, other adduct/lateral rotate
3
Q
Action of gluteus medius
A
-Abduction of hip (stabilize pelvis)
Anterior fibers flex + medial rotate hip
Posterior fibers extend + lateral rotate hip
4
Q
Action of gluteus minimus
A
- Abduction of hip (stabilize pelvis)
- Flex + medially rotate hip
5
Q
Action of piriformis
A
Lateral rotate hip
Abductor of thigh w/ hip flexed
6
Q
Action of obturator internus
A
Laterally rotate hip + abduct thigh w/ hip flexed
7
Q
Action of superior gemellus
A
Laterally rotate hip + abduct thigh w/ hip flexed
8
Q
Action of inferior gemellus
A
Laterally rotate hip + abduct thigh w/ hip flexed
9
Q
Action of quadratus femoris
A
Laterally rotate hip
Weak adductor
10
Q
Action of obturator externus
A
Laterally rotate hip
Weak adductor
