abductor muscle

A muscle that moves a body part away from the sagittal plane/midline of the body[ZFA]. For example, the abductor muscles of the legs spread the legs away from the midline and away from one another. An abductor muscle opposes an adductor muscle[BTO].

Type Muscle
Parent Structure skeletal muscle organ, vertebrate
FMA ID 74997

Sub-structures

abductor profundus Organ pelvic abductor profundus Organ superficial abductor Organ superficial pelvic abductor Organ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the abductor muscle?
A muscle that moves a body part away from the sagittal plane/midline of the body[ZFA]. For example, the abductor muscles of the legs spread the legs away from the midline and away from one another. An abductor muscle opposes an adductor muscle[BTO].

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