Gluteus Medius: Flashcards
1
Q
Gluteus Medius:
A
abduct/away from midline & medially rotate hip
-superior gluteal nerve
2
Q
Gluteus Maximus:
A
Extend hip joint
External rotation of hip joint
-inferior gluteal nerve
3
Q
Gluteus Minimus:
A
Abduct/ away from midline hip
-Superior gluteal nerve
Gluteus minimus & maximus work together to abduct hip
4
Q
All gluteal muscles?
A
abduct & rotate hip
stabilize pelvis & thigh when standing
5
Q
Tensor Fascicle Latae (TFL):
A
Flex & abduct thigh
- superior gluteal nerve
- hip abductor muscle
