Human Anatomy, Books a la Carte Edition (8th Edition)
Human Anatomy, Books a la Carte Edition (8th Edition)
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Author: Frederic H. Martini, Michael J. Timmons, Robert B. Tallitsch
Publisher: PEARSON
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The gluteus maximus in conjunction with the gluteus medius and minimus are known as gluteal muscles. These muscles are the main extensor muscles of the hip. It is known to be the largest and the most superficial of the three gluteal muscles.

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