Pectineus Muscle Anatomy Explained | Origin, Insertion, Function & Clinical Relevance

In this episode of Anatomy Breakdown – Muscle by Muscle, we’re covering the Pectineus muscle — a small but important muscle that sits between the anterior thigh and medial thigh compartments. We break down everything you need to know about the Pectineus including: • Origin • Insertion • Function • Innervation • Clinical relevance • Femoral triangle anatomy • Hip stability and athletic movement The Pectineus plays an important role in hip adduction, hip flexion, hip stability, gait, sprinting, and lower body training movements like squats, lunges, and step-ups. We also discuss how the Pectineus forms part of the floor of the femoral triangle, making it an important anatomical landmark related to the femoral nerve, artery, and vein. This video is designed for: • Physical therapy students • Medical students • Anatomy students • Personal trainers • Strength coaches • Anyone studying musculoskeletal anatomy Anatomy Breakdown – Muscle by Muscle Series This series covers each muscle individually including origin, insertion, function, innervation, and clinical relevance. Much more in store; even more to come. Stay tuned, stay locked. — Treadwell, DPT #Anatomy #MuscleAnatomy #Pectineus #PhysicalTherapy #MedSchool #Kinesiology #HipMuscles #FemoralTriangle #LowerLimbAnatomy Austin Treadwell, DPT Minneapolis, Minnesota The Only Cool Physical Therapist Pectineus Muscle Anatomy Breakdown (OI, Function, Innervation, Femoral Triangle) Pectineus Muscle Explained | Hip Adduction, Hip Flexion & Femoral Triangle Pectineus Anatomy | Origin, Insertion, Function (Anatomy Breakdown)