tensor fascia lata Flashcards
1
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tensor fascia lata shape
A
small & triangular
2
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tensor fascia lata origin
A
ASIS & adjacent iliac crest
3
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tensor fascia lata insertion
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blends between the 2 layers of the iliotibial tract & onto the lateral tibial condyle
4
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tensor fascia lata direction of fibres
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inferiorly, posteriorly
5
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tensor fascia lata actions
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abducts & medially rotates the hip, assists in knee extension
6
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tensor fascia lata functions
A
keeps the pelvis level during walking
7
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tensor fascia lata nerve supply
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superior gluteal nerve L4, L5
