Origin
Anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) & anterior aspect of iliac crest
Insertion
Fascia of the iliotibial tract
Actions
- Stabilisation of the hip and knee
- Hip abduction, internal rotation & weak flexion
- Knee flexion (past 30 degrees)
- Lateral rotation of tibia
Innervation
- Superior gluteal nerve (L4, L5, S1)
Blood Supply
- Deep branch of the superior gluteal artery
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