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Tensor Fasciae Latae

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Tensor Fasciae Latae:

Proximal Attachment - Anterior superior iliac spine; anterior part of iliac crest

Distal Attachment - Iliotibial tract, which attaches to lateral condyle of tibia

Innervation - Superior gluteal nerve

Action - Abduct and medially rotate thigh; keep pelvis level when ipsilateral limb is weight-bearing and advance opposite (unsupported) side during its swing phase

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