Brief Overview The Tensor fascia lata is a small fusiform muscle that, with some variance, tapers at the ends. Origin – the anterior lip of the crest of the ilium Insertion – lateral, condyle of the tibia via the IT band Function – stabilizes the hip and knee, weak hip flexor and medial rotator Detailed […]
Fascia Lata The fascia lata is the deep fascia that wraps the outer thigh. This thick fascial envelope attaches superiorly to the crest of the Ilium and inguinal ligament. The fascia continues onto the pubic rami, ischial tuberosity, sacrotuberous ligament, coccyx, and sacrum. Distally, it thickens as it attaches to the proximal tibia. It offers
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