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Symptoms of a Gluteus Medius Tear

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Ronaldo Dixon

The gluteus medius is an important muscle located in the buttocks that plays a crucial role in the stability as well as leveling of the hips. As a stabilizing muscle, the gluteus medius helps an individual maintain balance during hip abduction as well as internal and external rotation of the hip.