Asked by Lauren Wyatt on May 07, 2024
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All of the following cause flexion at the hip EXCEPT ________.
A) iliacus
B) quadrates femoris
C) psoas major
D) adductor brevis
Quadratus Femoris
A muscle located in the buttocks responsible for the lateral rotation of the thigh at the hip joint.
Iliacus
A muscle in the pelvis that, together with the psoas major, forms the iliopsoas, which is involved in flexing and rotating the thigh.
Psoas Major
A deep-seated muscle of the back that helps in flexing the hip and the lumbar spine.
- Learn about the principal maneuvers, including flexion, extension, and rotation, of the lower body's muscle groups.
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Tanya SmithMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Quadratus femoris is a muscle primarily involved in the lateral rotation of the hip, not flexion. The iliacus and psoas major (forming the iliopsoas) and adductor brevis are involved in hip flexion.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the principal maneuvers, including flexion, extension, and rotation, of the lower body's muscle groups.