Muscles: Gluteal region Flashcards by Daniel Shelton | Brainscape

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Gluteus Maximus

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N: Inferior gluteal nerve

A: Extends and laterally rotates thigh

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Gluteus Medius

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N: Superior gluteal nerve

A: Abducts and medially rotates thigh

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Gluteus Minimus

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N: Superior gluteal nerve

A: Abducts and medially rotates thigh

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Tensor Fasciae Latae

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N: Superior gluteal nerve

A: Helps flex, abduct, and medially rotate thigh

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