Muscle Action: Hip Flashcards
1
Q
Flexion
A
Iliopsoas
Sartorius
Rectus femoris
Pectineus
2
Q
Extension
A
Gluteus maximus/minimus
Semi-tendinosus
Semi-membranosus
Biceps femoris
3
Q
Abduction
A
Gluteus medius/minimus
Piriformis
Obturator internus
TFL
4
Q
Adduction
A
Adductor magnus
Adductor longus
Adductor brevis
Gracilis
5
Q
Medial Rotation
A
TFL
Gluteus medius/min
Pectineus
Adductor longus
6
Q
Lateral Rotation
A
Gluteus maximus
Obturator internus/ externus
Piriformis
Gemelli
Sartorius