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iliacus

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iliacus [i′lī·ə·kəs]
(anatomy)
The portion of the iliopsoas muscle arising from the iliac fossa and sacrum.


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The principal muscles involved in hip flexion are the psoas and the iliacus, collectively known as the iliopsoas.
Computed tomography (CT) showed abscess formation in the left pelvis, with extension to the iliacus and piriformis.
Practice these stretches 6 days per week (consistency is essential) - Breath normally A BIT OF ANATOMY The two big muscles that are often blamed for tight hips (though they're not the only culprits) are the iliacus and the psoas?
 
 
 
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