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This short video shows m. gluteus medius/minimus in the context of “Muscular pain in the pelvis and buttocks.” They are located deep under the gluteus maximus. They connect the pelvis to the femur and have a key role in stability during movement. This links the muscle’s location and role in movement with the areas where tension or pain may be felt.
They are located deep under the gluteus maximus. They connect the pelvis to the femur and have a key role in stability during movement. The clip places this within “Muscular pain in the pelvis and buttocks” so it is easier to understand what is happening in the area, not only where symptoms are felt.
Muscle pain is not always local. When a muscle is overloaded or lacks control during movement, tension or pain can also be felt in a nearby area.
This is an educational visual linked to “Muscular pain in the pelvis and buttocks.” If symptoms keep returning, restrict movement, or their source is unclear, a functional assessment is a more useful next step than guessing.