Gemelli muscles

Gemelli Muscles are a pair of small muscles that are part of the human anatomy. They are located in the hip region and play a crucial role in the movement of the lower body. The two muscles are known as the superior gemellus muscle and the inferior gemellus muscle.

Anatomy

The superior gemellus muscle originates from the outer surface of the ischium, near the ischial spine. It inserts into the upper border of the trochanter of the femur. The inferior gemellus muscle also originates from the ischium, but from the tuberosity of the ischium, and it inserts into the medial surface of the greater trochanter of the femur.

Function

The gemelli muscles, along with the obturator internus muscle, form the triceps coxae. This group of muscles primarily functions to laterally rotate the hip joint. Additionally, when the hip is flexed, these muscles also aid in abduction, which is the movement of a body part away from the midline of the body.

Clinical Significance

Injury or strain to the gemelli muscles can result in hip pain or reduced mobility. Treatment typically involves physical therapy, pain management, and in severe cases, surgery.

See Also

• Muscular system
• Human anatomy
• Hip joint

References

Gemelli muscles Resources
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