Musculus Adductor Magnus (Noun)
Meaning
The muscle that adducts and extends the thigh.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The musculus adductor magnus is the largest and strongest of the adductor group of muscles in the thigh.
- The musculus adductor magnus is innervated by the obturator nerve and the tibial nerve.
- The musculus adductor magnus is responsible for adduction and extension of the thigh, as well as assisting in hip extension.
- The musculus adductor magnus originates from the ischial tuberosity and inserts into the linea aspera of the femur.
- Injury to the musculus adductor magnus can result in weakness and pain in the thigh and hip.