The Deep Gluteal Muscles | Anatomy, Origins, Insertions, Etc.

The video tutorial provides an in-depth look at the gluteal muscles, focusing on their roles as lateral rotators of the hip. It covers the major gluteal muscles and the deep gluteal muscles, detailing their origins, insertions, innervations, and functions. The piriformis, gemellus superior, obturator internus, inferior gemellus, quadratus femoris, and obturator externus are discussed, highlighting their contributions to hip rotation and auxiliary functions like hip extension and adduction.

Identify the common insertion point for the majority of the external rotators.

What role does the gluteus maximus play in hip extension compared to the piriformis?

Discuss the significance of the obturator membrane in relation to the obturator internus.

What is the auxiliary function of the obturator externus?