The hip abductors

Question 1

Features of the gluteus medius?

Answer 1

Origin - lateral surface of the ilium

Insertions - Greater trochanter of the femur

Action - abducts and extends the hip

Question 2

Features of the tensor fasciae latae?

Answer 2

Origin - the Iliac crest

Insertion is the Illiotibial tract

Action is abducts the hip, and laterally rotates the femur

Question 3

Features of the Piriformis?

Answer 3

Origin is the anterior surface of the sacrum

Insertion is this greater trochanter of the femur

Action is abducts the hip, and laterally rotates the femur

Question 4

Features of the sartorius?

Answer 4

Origin is the anterior superior iliac spine

Insertion is the tibia

Action is abducts the femur, flexes the hip and knee