Muscle Origins, Insertions And Functions Flashcards
Where is the origin of the Gluteus Maximus?
Along the crest of the ilium, sacrum and coccyx
Where is the insertion of the Gluteus Maximus?
The posterior surface of the greater trochanter of the femur and the Ilitibial Tract (lateral aspect of the thigh)
What is the function of the Gluteus Maximus?
Hip extension and external rotation of the hip
What is the origin of the Gluteus Medius and Minimus?
The lateral surface of the ilium
Where is insertion for the Gluteus Medius and Minimus?
The posterior surface of the greater trochanter of the femur
What is the function of the Gluteus Medius and Minimus?
Abduction and internal rotation of the hip
Where is the origin of the Iliacus?
The inner surface of the ilium
Where is the insertion of the Iliacus?
The lesser trochanter of the femur
What is the function of the Iliacus?
Hip flexion
Where is the origin of the Psoas Major?
The 5 lumbar vertebrae
Where is the insertion of the Psoas Major?
The lesser trochanter of the femur
What is the function of the Psoas Major?
Hip flexion
