The Structure of Gluteal Muscles
The gluteal muscle group is composed of three main muscles: the gluteus maximus, the gluteus medius, and the gluteus minimus.
Gluteus Maximus
The gluteus maximus is the largest and most powerful of the gluteal muscles. It originates from the posterior surface of the iliac bone, the iliac crest, and the posterosuperior iliac spine. The gluteus maximus descends along the thigh and inserts onto the greater trochanter of the femur.
It contributes to hip extension and thigh abduction.
Gluteus Medius
The gluteus medius is located beneath the gluteus maximus and extends from the iliac crest to the upper part of the greater trochanter of the femur.
It contributes to hip stabilization and thigh abduction.
Gluteus Minimus
The gluteus minimus is situated below the gluteus medius and originates from the iliac crest. It inserts onto the upper part of the greater trochanter of the femur.
It plays a crucial role in the external and internal rotation of the thigh, as well as in hip flexion.
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