The gluteal tuberosity is the lateral prolongation of three prolongations of the linea aspera that extending superior-ward from the superior extremity of the
linea aspera'''''' on the posterior surface of the
femur. The gluteal tuberosity takes the form of either an elongated depression or a rough ridge. It extends from the linea aspera nearly vertically superior-ward to the base of the
greater trochanter. Its superior part is often elongated to form a roughened crest, upon which a more or less prominent rounded tubercle – the
third trochanter – is occasionally developed.''' accepting the muscle's tendon (the gluteus maximus muscle additionally also inserts onto the
iliotibial tract). == References ==