Which is an eccentric function of the gluteus maximus?
A)restrains/slows lateral rotation of the thigh at the hip joint
B)restrains/slows flexion of the thigh at the hip joint
C)restrains/slows extension of the trunk at the spinal joints
D)restrains/slows extension of the thigh at the hip joint

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The gluteus maximus eccentrically controls or slows down the motion of thigh flexion at the hip joint by acting in opposition to the force moving the thigh forward, thus preventing uncontrolled movement.

Which Is an Eccentric Function of the Gluteus Maximus