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Flashcards in Gluteals Deck (3)
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Q

Gluteus Maximus

A

Origin -
Ilium

Insertion -
Gluteal tuberosity of the Femur

Actions -
Extension, abduction and external rotation of the hip

2
Q

Gluteus Medius

A

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

3
Q

Gluteal Minimus

A

Origin -
Lateral Ilium

Insertion -
Anterior surface of greater trochanter of femur

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