Gluteus Maximus

Question 1

Gluteus Maximus (ORIGIN)

Answer 1

Ilium (posterior to the posterior gluteal line), dorsal surface of the sacrum and coccyx, and sacrotuberous ligament

Question 2

Gluteus Maximus (INSERTION)

Answer 2

Iliotibial tract (which inserts into the lateral condyle of the tibia) and gluteal tuberosity of the femur

Question 3

Gluteus Maximus (INNERVATION)

Answer 3

Inferior gluteal nerve (L5, S1, S2)

Question 4

Gluteus Maximus (BLOOD SUPPLY)

Answer 4

Inferior and superior gluteal arteries

Question 5

Gluteus Maximus (ACTION)

Answer 5

Extends and externally rotates the thigh; assists in rising from a sitting position