⭐️Tensor Fascia Lata Flashcards

1
Q

Origin

A

Anterior part of the iliac crest

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2
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Insertion

A

Tibia (Gerdy’s tubercle) via ITB (1/3 of the way down the thigh)

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3
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Function

A
  • FLEX of thigh at hip joint
  • ABD of thigh at hip joint
  • MED rot at of thigh at hip joint
  • Helps lock knee in ext
  • LAT rot of leg at the knee joint
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4
Q

Nerve

A

Superior gluteal nerve

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