Gluteal Region

Question 1

Muscles of the superficial layer of the gluteal region

Answer 1

Gluteus maximus
Gluteus medius
Gluteus minimis
Tensor fascia latae

Question 2

Function of the muscles of the superficial layer of the gluteal region

Answer 2

Extension, abduction, internal rotation of the thigh

Gluteus maximus also assists in external rotation of the thigh

Question 3

Innervation of the muscles of the superficial layer of the gluteal region

Answer 3

Superior gluteal nerve

Gluteus maximus = inferior gluteal nerve

Question 4

Damage to what nerve causes Trendelenburg gait?

Answer 4

Superior gluteal nerve

Question 5

Muscles of the deep layer of the gluteal region

Answer 5

Piriformis
Obturator internus
Gemelli
Quadratus femoris

Question 6

Which muscle is the landmark for the sciatic nerve?

Answer 6

Piriformis

Question 7

Function of the muscles of the deep layer of the gluteal region

Answer 7

External rotation of the thigh
Hip stabilisers (stabilise the femoral head in the acetabulum)

Question 8

Innervation of the muscles of the deep layer of the gluteal region

Answer 8

Sacral plexus