Abstract:Background/Aim. The iliopsoas muscle originates from the Greek word ?psoa?
meaning ?loin? and represents the only muscle in body that has anatomical
preconditions for stability and movement of the trunk, pelvic and legs at
the same time. The iliopsoas belongs to the inner thigh muscle group and
forms part of the posterior abdominal wall. This muscle is the major flexor
of the hip joint, and he is functionally essential for proper posture,
walking, running and other physical activities. The ai… Show more
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