msk 4 actions Flashcards
1
Q
name the gluteal muscles
A
gluteus maximus (most superficial)
gluteus medius
gluteus minimus
2
Q
gluteus minimus
A
abduction of hip
3
Q
gluteus medius
A
abduction of hip
4
Q
gluteus maximus
A
extension of hip
5
Q
name the hamstring muscles
A
semimembranosus
semitendinosus
biceps femoris
6
Q
semimembranosus
A
flexion of knee
extension of hip
acts on 2 joints
7
Q
semitendinosus
A
flexion of knee
extension of hip
acts on 2 joints
8
Q
biceps femoris
A
flexion of knee
9
Q
what are the actions that occur in the gait cycle
A
flexion and extension of knee
flexion and extension of hip
abduction and adduction of hip
10
Q
what is the role of the gluteus medius and minimus in the gait cycle?
A
abduction of hip so other foot doesn’t drag
