Gluteal Muscles Flashcards
Where is the origin of the Gluteaus Minimis?
Between the anterior and inferior gluteal lines
Where is the insertion of the Gluteaus Minimis?
Greater trochanter
What is the function of the Gluteaus Minimis?
Abduction, medial rotation
Where is the origin of the Gluteaus Medius?
Between the anterior and posterior gluteal lines
Where is the insertion of the Gluteaus Medius?
Greater trochanter
What is the function of the Gluteaus Medius?
Abduction, medial rotation
Where is the origin of the Gluteaus Maximus?
Posterior gluteal line, posterior iliac crest, posterior sacrum, coccyx
Where is the insertion of the Gluteaus Maximus?
Iliotibial tract, gluteal tuberosity
What is the function of the Gluteaus Maximus?
Extends, abduction
Where is the origin of the Tensor Fascia Latae?
Anterior iliac crest
Where is the insertion of the Tensor Fascia Latae?
Femoral condyle, lateral tibial condyle
What is the function of the Tensor Fascia Latae?
Medial rotation, flexion, extension, lateral rotation, stabilizes the hip and knee while standing
