Damage to Which Nerve Prevents Extension of the Hip and Flexion

Question

Damage to which nerve prevents extension of the hip and flexion of the knee?
A) Axillary
B) Phrenic
C) Sciatic
D) Median cubital

Accepted Answer

The sciatic nerve innervates several muscles in the posterior thigh, including the hamstrings and the muscles of the gluteal region. Damage to the sciatic nerve can result in weakness or paralysis of these muscles, which can prevent extension of the hip and flexion of the knee.