Quadratus femoris muscle
Musculus quadratus femoris
- Synonym: Quadrate muscle of thigh
Definition
Origin: Ventral surface of the ischium medial to the lateral angle of the ischial tuberosity.
Insertion: Intertrochanteric crest
Action: Extension and lateral rotation of the hip joint.
Nerve: Ischiadicus.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS
