Origin:
Anterior part: Inferior ramus of pubis,
Posterior part: Ramus of ischium,Ischiocondylar part: Ischial tuberosity
Overall Description: Inferior pubic ramus,ischial ramus, and ischial tuberosity
Insertion: Entire linea aspera, and
adductor tubercle of femur
(with hiatus in between for vessels)
Action: All fibers: Adduction at the hip joint
Anterior fibers: Flexion & medial rotation at hip
Posterior fibers: Extension at the hip joint
Nerve:
Anterior part: Obturator N. (L2, L3, L4)
Posterior part: Sciatic N. (L4, L5, S1)