Anatomy of the Gluteal Region Quiz

Rectus femoris is a thigh muscle and is not part of the gluteal region.

The gluteus maximus muscle is innervated by the superior gluteal nerve.

The primary function of the gluteus maximus muscle is to extend the hip joint.

Blood supply to the gluteal region is mainly provided by the superior gluteal artery.

The sacrotuberous ligament aids in stabilizing the sacroiliac joint.

Tensor fasciae latae muscle originates from the iliac crest and inserts into the iliotibial tract.

The gluteal muscles are primarily innervated by the superior gluteal nerve.

The gluteus maximus is not involved in hip abduction.

The superior gluteal artery passes through the greater sciatic foramen but not the lesser sciatic foramen.

The trochanteric bursa lies between the greater trochanter and the gluteus maximus tendon.

The piriformis muscle exits the pelvis through the greater sciatic foramen.

The sciatic nerve exits the pelvis through the greater sciatic foramen.

The inferior gluteal artery supplies the gluteus maximus muscle.

The inferior gluteal nerve innervates the gluteus maximus muscle.