HUMAN ANATOMY W/MAST A+P E-TEXT
HUMAN ANATOMY W/MAST A+P E-TEXT
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ISBN: 9780134419480
Author: Martini
Publisher: PEARSON
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The muscle that supports the knee laterally and greatly enlarge in ballet dancers due to the abduction and flexion at the hip.

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The tensor fasciae latae is one of the thigh muscles and it is associated with the gluteus maximus in function and structure. It extends with the iliotibial tract and connects with the tibia. The main function of this muscle is to keep the balance of the pelvis at the time of running, walking, or standing.

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