Quadratus Femoris

Description

Quadratus femoris

Posterior view of the hip, quadratus femoris is marked with an arrow

Name

• Quadratus Femoris
• Quadriceps extensor

General

• Quadratus femoris is a deep muscle in the gluteal region
• Functions as a hip external rotator and adductor

Origin

• Ischial Tuberosity

Insertion

• Intertrochanteric crest of the Femur

Actions

• External Rotation of thigh
• Stabilizes Femur in acetabulum

Vascular Supply

• Inferior Gluteal Artery

Innervation

• Nerve to Quadratus Femoris

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Clinical Significance

• Quadratus Femoris Tendinitis

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See Also

• Physical Exam Thigh
• Thigh Anatomy (Main)
• Thigh Pain (Main)

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