Origin
Ilium (between anterior & inferior gluteal lines)
Insertion
Greater trochanter of femur (anterolateral aspect)
Actions
- Hip abduction
- Hip medial rotation
Innervation
- Superior gluteal nerve (L4, L5, S1)
Blood Supply
- Superior gluteal artery
Would you like to learn more about the gluteus minimus muscle? Then check out the gluteus minimus muscle article and video by clicking the link below: Gluteus Minimus Muscle Anatomy
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