The superior and inferior gemelli muscles are located within the gluteal region in the lower limb. They are narrow and triangular-shaped, separated by the obturator internus tendon. Attachments: Superior gemellus muscle originates from the ischial spine Inferior gemellus muscle originates from the ischial tuberosity. They both attach onto the greater trochanter of the femur. Actions: Lateral rotation and abduction. Innervation: Superior gemellus muscle is innervated by the nerve to obturator internus Inferior gemellus is innervated by the nerve to quadratus femoris. Blood Supply: Inferior gluteal artery By TeachMeSeries Ltd (2025) Fig 1.2The deep muscles of the gluteal region. Pro Feature - 3D Model You've Discovered a Pro Feature Access our 3D Model Library Explore, cut, dissect, annotate and manipulate our 3D models to visualise anatomy in a dynamic, interactive way. Learn More Print Article Rate This Article