Name
Pronunciation
(TEN-sor FASH-e-a LA-te)
Origin/Proximal Attachment
Anterior aspect of iliac crestAnterior superior iliac spine (ASIS)
Insertion/Distal Attachment
Anterior aspect of iliotibial (IT) band, below greater trochanter (IT band inserts on the anterolateral tibia, & also sends slips to the lateral patellar retinaculum & the biceps femoris tendon)
Action/Relevance
Flexes the hipRotates & abducts a flexed thighTenses IT band medially to support femur on tibia during standing
Innervation
Superior Gluteal nerve (L4, 5,S1)
Notes
Arises from the anterior 5cm of the outer rim of the iliac crest.
Usually attaches about 1/3 of the length of the ITB.