Gluteus medius: applied anatomy, dysfunction, assessment, and progressive strengthening
Document Type
Journal Article
Publisher
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Faculty
Faculty of Computing, Health and Science
School
School of Exercise, Biomedical and Health Science
RAS ID
6001
Abstract
One of the more common deficits identified by rehabilitation specialists and strength and conditioning practitioners is weakness of the glutei muscles, particularly the gluteus medius (gm). Gluteal weakness can reduce athletic performance and precipitate a number of lower extremity injuries. In this article, we discuss the anatomy and function of the gm musculature, present a review of the current literature pertaining to gm conditioning, and recommend an exercise model based on current strengthening guidelines.
DOI
10.1519/SSC.0b013e318187f19a
Comments
Presswood, L., Cronin, J., Keogh, J. W., & Whatman, C. (2008). Gluteus medius: Applied anatomy, dysfunction, assessment, and progressive strengthening. Strength & Conditioning Journal, 30(5), 41-53.
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