gluteus minimus

glutaeus minimus

The smallest of the three gluteal muscles, situated immediately beneath the gluteus medius.

Type Muscle
Latin Name glutaeus minimus
FMA ID 22317

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the gluteus minimus?
The smallest of the three gluteal muscles, situated immediately beneath the gluteus medius.
What is the Latin name for the gluteus minimus?
The Latin name for the gluteus minimus is glutaeus minimus.

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