Origin
Ischial tuberosity
Insertion
Trochanteric fossa of the femur
Actions
- Lateral rotation of hip
- Assists with abduction when hip is flexed
Innervation
Nerve to quadratus femoris (L5, S1)
Blood Supply
- Inferior gluteal artery
Would you like to learn more about the inferior gemellus muscle? Then check out the inferior gemellus muscle article and video by clicking the link below: Inferior Gemellus Muscle Anatomy
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