Anatomy

Question 1

Which nerve supplies gluteus maximus muscle?

Answer 1

Inferior gluteal nerve (L5, S1, S2)

Question 2

What is the action of gluteus maximus?

Answer 2

Extends the flexed thigh at the hip joint

Question 3

Which nerve supplies gluteus minimus and medius?

Answer 3

Superior gluteal nerve

Question 4

What is the action of gluteus minimus and medius?

Answer 4

Abduct the femur at the hip joint

Question 5

Part of which bone forms the medial malleolus?

Answer 5

Tibia

Question 6

Part of which bone forms the lateral malleolus?

Answer 6

Fibula