Hip and pelvis
Gluteus medius
Abducts the hip and helps stabilize the pelvis during single-leg support. anterior fibers assist medial rotation
- Origin
- External surface of the ilium between the anterior and posterior gluteal lines
- Insertion
- Lateral surface of the greater trochanter of the femur
- Primary actions
- Abducts the hip and helps stabilize the pelvis during single-leg support. anterior fibers assist medial rotation
Educational anatomy reference only. This page does not diagnose pain, injury, or movement limitations.
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Corrective movement strategies and exercises
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Asymmetric Hip Shift
Explore comfortable left-to-right loading options during standing, squatting, stepping, and walking.
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Foot Pronation During Movement
Explore foot and ankle control while preserving comfortable, adaptable movement during standing, walking, and squatting.
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Varus Knee (Knee Moving Outward)
Explore foot, knee, and hip strategies that support comfortable squatting, stepping, and single-leg control.
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Excessive Anterior Pelvic Tilt
Explore pelvic and trunk-control options without treating pelvic angle as a diagnosis or forcing a neutral position.
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Valgus Knee (Knee Moving Inward)
Explore comfortable control of the foot, knee, and hip during squats, steps, landings, and single-leg tasks.
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Excessive Posterior Pelvic Tilt
Explore comfortable pelvic, hip, and trunk movement without forcing the low back into one preferred curve.
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