Human Anatomy: Muscle Groups |
Muscle Function & Other Pertinent Medical Information | |
- GLUTEUS MINIMUS - | |
ORIGIN: | Outer surface of ilium between middle and inferior gluteal lines |
INSERTION: | Anterior surface of greater trochanter of femur |
ACTION: | Abducts and medially rotates hip. Tilts pelvis on walking. |
NERVE: | Superior gluteal nerve (L4, 5, S1) |