Thigh and femoral angle

Question 1

Origin of tensor fascia latae

Answer 1

Lateral aspect of the ilium
- Posterior to ASIS

Question 2

Insertion of tensor fascia latae

Answer 2

Iliotibial tract

Question 3

Action of tensor fascia latae

Answer 3

Stabilizes the knee joint when extended

Question 4

Innervation of tensor fascia latae

Answer 4

Superior gluteal nerve (L4 – S1)

Question 5

Origin of biceps femoris muscle

Answer 5

Long head
– Inferomedial surface of superior surface of ischial tuberosity
Short head
– Lateral lip of linea aspera of the femur

Question 6

Insertion of biceps femoris muscle

Answer 6

Lateral surface of the head of the fibular

Question 7

Action of biceps femoris muscle

Answer 7

Extension and lateral rotation of the hip joint
Flexion of the knee joint

Question 8

Innervation of biceps femoris muscle

Answer 8

Sciatic nerve (L4 – S3)
- Long head (Tibial division)
- Short head (Common fibular division)