Origins, Insertiond And Functions Of The Gluteal Muscles

Question 1

Gluteus Medius

Answer 1

Origin: Between Anterior and Posterior Gluteal Lines
Insertion: Lateral Aspect of the Greater Trochanter
Function: Abduction of the Hip & Small amount of Medial Rotation of the Hip

Question 2

Gluteus Maximus

Answer 2

Origin: 1.) Iliac Crest 2.) Lateral Edge of the Sacrum and Coccyx
Insertion: 1.) Gluteal Tuberosity 2.) IT Band
Function: Extension of the Hip, Lateral Rotation of the Hip & Abduction of the Hip

Question 3

Tensor Fasciae Latae

Answer 3

Origin: Lateral to the Anterior Superior Iliac Spine(ASIS)
Insertion: Within the IT Band(Blends directly with it)
Function: Flexion of the Hip & stabilizes the Hip and Knee

Question 4

Gluteus Minimis

Answer 4

Origin: Between Inferior and Anterior Gluteal Lines
Insertion: Anterior Surface of the Greater Trochanter
Function: Medial Rotation of the Hip, Stabalizes the Hip & Slight amount of Hip Abduction