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Muscles of the Lower Limb

Muscles of the Lower Limb. Muscles that cause hip movement Gluteus maximus Superficial muscle that forms most of the buttock Powerful hip extensor that acts to bring the thigh in a straight line with the pelvis

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Muscles of the Lower Limb

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  1. Muscles of the Lower Limb • Muscles that cause hip movement • Gluteus maximus • Superficial muscle that forms most of the buttock • Powerful hip extensor that acts to bring the thigh in a straight line with the pelvis • Most important muscle for extending the hip when power is needed, as in climbing stairs or jumping • Origin: sacrum and iliac bones • Insertion: gluteal tuberosity of the femur

  2. Gluteus Medius • Located beneath the gluteus maximus • Abducts the hip and steadies the pelvis during walking • Location of injections in the

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