Term:
Origin of Gluteus maximus
Definition:
Iliac crest, sacrum, coccyx
Term:
Insertion of Gluteus maximus
Definition:
Iliotibial tract & gluteal tuberosity of
the femur
Term:
Action of Gluteus maximus
Definition:
Extends thigh, rotates thigh laterally,
abducts thigh
Term:
Nerve / Arterial supply of Gluteus
maximus
Definition:
Inferior gluteal nerve / superior &
inferior gluteal arteries
Term:
Origin of Gluteus medias
Definition:
Posterior surface of ilium
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Term:
Insertion of Gluteus medias
Definition:
Greater trochanter of the femur
Term:
Action of Gluteus medias
Definition:
Abducts & rotates thigh medially at
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