Tensor Fasciae Latae Muscle - Additional Images

Additional Images

• Right hip bone. External surface.

• Structures surrounding right hip-joint.

• Muscles of the iliac and anterior femoral regions.

• The femoral artery.

• The lumbar plexus and its branches.

• Front and medial aspect of right thigh.

• Back of left lower extremity.

• Tensor fasciae latae muscle

• Tensor fasciae latae muscle

• Tensor fasciae latae muscle

• Tensor fasciae latae muscle

• Tensor fasciae latae muscle

The tensor fasciae latae is a hip flexor and abductor muscle, meaning it assists in moving the hip forward and outward. Rotating the hips inward is another action the TFL muscle does. Because it's used for so many movements and is in a shortened position when seated, the TFL becomes tight easily. TFL stretches lengthen this important muscle. The TFL is often involved in lateral meniscus and or knee pain/ problems. Evaluating for strain-sprain and trigger point in the TFl and then correcting with Jones and or Travell technique will significantly aid recovery and reduce pain.