Gluteus maximus
Musculus gluteus maximus
A large, thick, quadrilateral muscle forming the prominence of the buttock. It originates from the posterior gluteal line of the ilium, sacrum, coccyx, and sacrotuberous ligament. It inserts on the iliotibial tract and gluteal tuberosity of the femur.
| 类型 | Muscle |
| 身体系统 | Muscular |
| 身体区域 | Hip |
| 上级结构 | gluteal muscle |
| 拉丁名称 | Musculus gluteus maximus |
| FMA ID | 22314 |
功能
The largest and most powerful muscle in the body. Primary extensor and lateral rotator of the hip. Essential for standing from a seated position, climbing stairs, running, and maintaining upright posture.
临床意义
Gluteus maximus weakness (Trendelenburg gait) results from inferior gluteal nerve injury. Gluteal muscle atrophy occurs with prolonged immobility. The muscle is used in myocutaneous flap surgery for pressure ulcer coverage.
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