Origin
Pubis, ischial tuberosity.
Insertion
Femur
Blood supply
Deep femoral artery.
Nerve supply
Tibial nerve, obturator nerve.
Action
Main function of adductor magnus is to pull the thigh towards the body and also bending and extending the thigh at the hip.
Disease/Injury
Groin strain occurs if proper warm-up is not done before any heavy sports.
Muscle Exercise
To strengthen the adductor magnus, you can practice overhead squats, multiplanar lunges, and kneeling torso twist.
Interesting facts
Adductor magnus muscle problems are usually seen in athletes and sportsmen.
