Hip Flexors

Question 1

Iliacus

Answer 1

Origin -
Iliacus fossa

Insertion -
Lesser trochanter of Femur

Actions -
Flexion and external rotation of hip

Question 2

Psoas Major

Answer 2

Origin -
Lumbar vertebrae and T12

Insertion -
Top of Femur

Actions -
Flexion and external rotation of the hip
Assists lateral flexion of the spine
Anteriorly tilts pelvis when femur is flexed