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Human Anatomy: Muscle Groups


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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)








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