Adductor minimus muscle (3D)

Adductor minimus muscle (3D)

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Health Sciences, Biology

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This tutorial explores the adductor minimus muscle, a lesser-known muscle in the adductor group located on the medial aspect of the thigh. It discusses the muscle's anatomy, including its origin, insertion, and innervation. The video highlights the muscle's actions on the hip joint, such as adduction, external rotation, and slight flexion of the thigh. The tutorial concludes with a recap of the main points and encourages viewers to subscribe for more content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the adductor minimus muscle located?

On the lateral aspect of the thigh

On the medial aspect of the thigh

On the anterior aspect of the thigh

On the posterior aspect of the thigh

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which nerve innervates the adductor minimus muscle?

Tibial nerve

Femoral nerve

Sciatic nerve

Obturator nerve

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary action of the adductor minimus muscle?

Adduction of the thigh

Extension of the hip

Flexion of the knee

Abduction of the thigh

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In addition to adduction, what other movement does the adductor minimus facilitate?

Extension of the hip

Internal rotation of the thigh

External rotation of the thigh

Flexion of the knee

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a minor action of the adductor minimus muscle?

Extension of the knee

Flexion of the hip

Abduction of the thigh

Internal rotation of the thigh