Origin
Ischiopubic ramus, obturator membrane.
Insertion
Femur – greater trochanter.
Blood supply
Obturator artery.
Nerve supply
Obturator nerve.
Action
The obturator externus helps to rotate the thigh away from the body.
Disease/Injury
Overstretching and overuse of the obturator externus muscle can cause injury and swelling.
Muscle Exercise
Practice body weight strength exercises to stabilize the lower body and hip joint.
Interesting facts
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