NCIt related terms : TFL Muscle; Tensor Fasciae Latae Muscle; TENSOR FASCIA LATA MUSCLE;
NCIt definition : A muscle of the gluteal region that arises from the iliac crest and inserts into the
iliotibial tract of the fascia lata; it functions to stabilize the knee in extension
and in hip flexion.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: A muscle of the gluteal region, in general extending from the iliac crest to
the iliotibial tract of the fascia lata; primary function is to stabilize the knee
in extension and in hip flexion.;