Muscles of the Lower Limb Flashcards
0
Q
What is the butt muscle made of?
A
Gluteus medius and gluteous maximus
1
Q
Where is the gluteus minimus’ insertion point and what movements does it cause?
A
Gluteus minimus which has its insertion in the femur and cause abduction/adduction of the lower limb
2
Q
What movements does that gluteous maximus cause?
A
Hip extension
3
Q
What Movement does the iliaus muscle cause?
A
Hip flexion
4
Q
What are the anterior compartments of the thigh and what movement do they cause?
A
The vastus lateralus
The vastus intermedius
The vastus medialus
flexion of the extension of the knee
5
Q
What are the posterior muscles of the thigh?
A
The semi membranous, semi tendanous and biceps fermions which cause knee flextion
