Asked by itzel olivera on Jul 20, 2024
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This muscle is located at the back of the iliac crest and stretches downward toward the greater trochanter of the femur,with the lower third of the muscle being partially covered by the gluteus maximus
A) abduction
B) anchor
C) aponeurosis
D) biceps
E) cramp
F) deltoid
G) dystrophy
H) gastrocnemius
I) gluteus medius
J) hamstring
K) hiccough
L) intercostal
M) musculoskeletal
N) pectoralis major
O) peristalsis
Iliac Crest
The top border of the ilium, a part of the hip bone, often used as a site for bone marrow and bone grafts.
Gluteus Medius
Muscle located at the back of the iliac crest and stretches downward toward the greater trochanter of the femur.
Greater Trochanter
A prominent bony projection on the proximal (near) part of the femur, serving as a major site for muscle attachment.
- Recognize and delineate the principle muscles within the human anatomy.
- Identify the locations and functions associated with specific muscles.
Verified Answer
AA
asrar alqurashiJul 23, 2024
Final Answer :
I
Explanation :
The gluteus medius muscle is located at the back of the iliac crest and stretches down toward the greater trochanter of the femur, with the lower third of the muscle being partially covered by the gluteus maximus.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and delineate the principle muscles within the human anatomy.
- Identify the locations and functions associated with specific muscles.