ORIGIN

Outer surface of the anterior iliac crest, between the tubercle of the iliac spine. A thick fascia covers the outer surface of the muscle, making it appear to be sandwiched between the layers of fasciae latae

 

INSERTION

By the iliotibial band anterior surface of the lateral condyle of the tibia

 

ACTION

Assists with flexion of the thigh at the hip, assists with adduction of the thigh at the hip

 

INNERVATION

Superior gluteal nerve  (4 -5, S1)

 

PRIMARY JOINT

Acetabular femoral joint

Knee joint

 

KEY STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES

Ball hip abduction

Outer thighs machine

 

NEW STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES

Lying side hip adduction

Side lunges

Ball sitting squeeze

 

COMMON INJURIES

Tear in muscle/tightness/stiffness

Strain