Medical Definition of Tensor fasciae latae
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Origin, anterior superior spine and adjacent lateral surface of the ilium; insertion, iliotibial band of fascia lata; action, tenses fascia lata; flexes, abducts and medially rotates thigh; nerve supply, superior gluteal.
Synonym: musculus tensor fasciae latae, musculus tensor fasciae femoris, tensor muscle of fascia lata.
(05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Tensor Fasciae Latae
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