Origin
Pubis – inferior ramus, body of pubis.
Insertion
Femur – lesser trochanter.
Blood supply
Deep femoral artery.
Nerve supply
Obturator nerve.
Action
Main function of adductor brevis is to pull the thigh towards the body. When you stand on both your feet and move your upper body from right to left and vice versa, it also helps to stabilize the upper body.
Disease/Injury
Groin strain occurs if proper warm-up is not done before any heavy sports.
Muscle Exercise
Strengthen your adductor brevis muscle by practicing hip adduction exercises using a resistance band.
Interesting facts
You use the muscle to press the thigh together while riding a horse.
