Where Is the Gluteus maximus?
The Gluteus maximus is the largest muscle around your ass from around the bone (Sacrum) Diagonally downward into the top of the leg.
What are the Symptoms of a Gluteus maximus Tear or strain?
Pain will occur in the buttocks when engaging the muscle in the action of lifting the leg outward and behind you.
When lifting the leg forward the Gluteus muscles are stretched. If a tear or strain is present the buttocks will feel pain.
What is The Function of the Gluteus maximus?
Extends the thigh
Externally rotates the leg
Origin and Insertion of Gluteus maximus
Origin:
Posterior gluteal line
Posterior surface of sacrum and coccyx
Sacrotuberous ligament
Insertion:
Upper fibers: iliotibial tract
Lower fibers: gluteal tuberosity of the femur
Fact:
The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the human body.
