Gluteals

Question 1

Gluteus Maximus

Answer 1

Origin -
Ilium

Insertion -
Gluteal tuberosity of the Femur

Actions -
Extension, abduction and external rotation of the hip

Question 2

Gluteus Medius

Answer 2

Origin -
Lateral posterior ilium

Insertion -
Posterior and lateral surface of greater trochanter of femur

Actions -
Anterior fibres - abduction and internal rotation of the hip
Posterior fibres - extension and external rotation of the hip

Question 3

Gluteal Minimus

Answer 3

Origin -
Lateral Ilium

Insertion -
Anterior surface of greater trochanter of femur

Actions -
Abduction and rotation of the hip
Medical rotation of the hip