Gemellus Inferior
Description[edit | edit source]
Gemellus inferior is a small muscle along the lower border of the Tendon of the Obturator internusCite error: The opening <ref>
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Origin[edit | edit source]
Ischial tuberosity Lower part of lesser sciatic notch
Insertion[edit | edit source]
Blends with tendon of obturator internus, and gets inserted into medial surface of greater trochanter of femur
Nerve[edit | edit source]
Nerve to quadratus femoris (L4, L5, S1)
Artery[edit | edit source]
Supplied by medial circumflex femoral artery
Function[edit | edit source]
Lateral rotators of thigh at the hip joint