Muscles Which Cross The Hop Joint

Question 1

Iliopsoas (origin)

Answer 1

T12 to L5 vertebrae

Question 2

Iliopsoas (insertion)

Answer 2

The tendon forms under the inguinal ligament and inserts into the lesser trochanter of the femur

Question 3

Iliopsoas (Action)

Answer 3

Flexion of the hip joint

Question 4

Piriformis (origin)

Answer 4

Anterior surface of the sacrum

Question 5

Piriformis (insertion)

Answer 5

Upper border of greater trochanter

Question 6

Piriformis (action)

Answer 6

Stabilises hip joint and laterally rotates the femur