Tensor muscle

Tensor Muscle

Tensor fasciae latae muscle (shown in red). Image from Gray's Anatomy.

The Tensor Muscle is a broad term that refers to any muscle causing tension in a particular part of the body. This article will focus on two primary tensor muscles: the Tensor fasciae latae muscle and the Tensor tympani muscle.

Tensor Fasciae Latae Muscle

The Tensor fasciae latae muscle (TFL) is a muscle of the thigh. It is related to the gluteus maximus in function and structure and is continuous with the iliotibial tract, which attaches to the tibia. The muscle assists in keeping the balance of the pelvis while standing, walking, or running.

Tensor tympani muscle. Image from Gray's Anatomy.

Tensor Tympani Muscle

The Tensor tympani muscle is a muscle within the ear. It is contained in the bony canal above the osseous portion of the auditory tube. Its role is to dampen the noise produced by chewing and other loud sounds.

See Also

• Muscular system
• Human anatomy
• Muscle contraction

External Links

• Tensor fasciae latae muscle on PubMed Health
• Tensor tympani muscle on PubMed Health