Gluteal Region Actions

Question 1

Gluteus maximus.

Answer 1

Extension and lateral rotation of thigh.

Question 2

Gluteus medius.

Answer 2

Abduction and medial rotation of lower limb.

Prevents pelvic drop of opposite limb.

Question 3

Gluteus minimus.

Answer 3

Abduction and medial rotation of lower limb.

Prevent pelvic drop of opposite limb.

Question 4

Tensor fascia lata.

Answer 4

Assists gluteus medius and minimus.

Question 5

Piriformis.

Answer 5

Abduction and lateral rotation.

Question 6

Obturator internus.

Answer 6

Abduction and lateral rotation.

Question 7

Superior and inferior gemelli.

Answer 7

Abduction and lateral rotation.

Question 8

Quadratus femoris.

Answer 8

Lateral rotation.