#1
Which muscle is primarily responsible for abduction of the hip joint?
Gluteus medius
ExplanationAbducts the hip joint.
#2
Which muscle forms the majority of the gluteal region and is responsible for hip extension?
Gluteus maximus
ExplanationForms majority of gluteal region; responsible for hip extension.
#3
Which nerve innervates the gluteus maximus muscle?
Inferior gluteal nerve
ExplanationSupplies the gluteus maximus muscle.
#4
Which muscle is located deep to the gluteus maximus and helps in external rotation of the hip?
Piriformis
ExplanationDeep to gluteus maximus; aids in hip external rotation.
#5
Which muscle originates from the ilium and sacrum and inserts into the greater trochanter of the femur?
Gluteus medius
ExplanationOriginates from ilium and sacrum; inserts into greater trochanter of femur.
#6
What is the action of the tensor fasciae latae muscle?
Hip abduction
ExplanationAction is hip abduction.