ACTION: abducts and internally rotates hip
REFERRAL: sacrum and crest of ilium

COMMENTS: This muscle is one of the most important muscles to address with clients who have lower back pain. Always check for internal and external rotation of the hips on clients with lower back pain. This muscle is an internal rotator, and so will restrict external rotation. This means that the client will feel restriction when they turn their leg out. The tensor fasciae latae also helps with internal rotation, so address that muscle as well.