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Deep Lateral Rotators

1. Piriformis

1. Piriformis


Origin

Anterior surface of lateral process of sacrum

Insertion

Superior border of greater trochanter of femur

Action

  • Lateral hip rotation
  • Stabilises hip

2. Gemellus superior

2. Gemellus superior


Origin

Spine of ischium

Insertion

Medial surface of greater trochanter of femur

Action

  • Lateral hip rotation
  • Stabilises hip

3. Gemellus Inferior

3. Gemellus Inferior


Origin

Upper border of ischial tuberosity

Insertion

Medial surface of greater trochanter of femur

Action

  • Lateral hip rotation
  • Stabilises hip

4. Quadratus Femoris

4. Quadratus Femoris


Origin

Lateral border of ischial tuberosity

Insertion

Quadrate tubercle of femur

Action

  • Lateral hip rotation
  • Stabilises hip

5. Obturator Internus

5. Obturator Internus


Origin

Inner surface of obturator membrane and rim of pubis and ischium

Insertion

Medial surface of greater trochanter of femur

Action

  • Lateral hip rotation
  • Stabilises hip
 




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