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Tensor Fasciae Latae
Small muscle on the anterolateral hip that inserts into the iliotibial band. Assists hip flexion, abduction, and internal rotation. Often over-active relative to gluteus medius.
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Anatomy
- Origin
- Anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) and outer lip of iliac crest
- Insertion
- Iliotibial band (IT band)
- Action
- Hip flexion, abduction, internal rotation; tenses the fascia lata
- Innervation
- Superior gluteal nerve (L4-S1)
- Blood Supply
- Ascending branch of lateral circumflex femoral artery
Movements (0)
No movements linked.
Exercises (17)
| Exercise | Role |
|---|---|
| Jumping Jack | Secondary |
| Seated Hip Internal Rotation | Secondary |
| Lateral Band Walk (Monster Walk) | Secondary |
| Standing Hip Circles | Secondary |
| Clamshell | Secondary |
| Walking Lunges with Trunk Rotation | Stabilizer |
| Chair-Supported Single-Leg Balance | Synergist |
| Standing Hip Abduction (Counter Support) | Synergist |
| Standing Hip Hike | Synergist |
| Straight Leg Raise | Synergist |
| Hip Abduction/Extension with Sliders | Synergist |
| Sit-Up | Synergist |
| Mountain Climber | Synergist |
| Hanging Leg Raise | Synergist |
| Active Anterior Pelvic Tilt | Synergist |
| Standing IT Band / Lateral Chain Stretch | lengthening |
| Standing Quad Stretch | lengthening |
Sources
- Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System: Foundations for Rehabilitation — Anatomy of Tensor Fasciae Latae — origin, insertion, action, innervation
- Muscles: Testing and Function with Posture and Pain — Manual muscle testing for Tensor Fasciae Latae