The psoas major is a muscle of the posterior abdominal wall. It is a long, thick muscle located immediately lateral to the lumbar vertebrae. It combines with the iliacus muscle to form the iliopsoas – the major flexor of the thigh at the hip joint. Attachments: Originates from the transverse processes and vertebral bodies of T12 – L5. It then moves inferiorly and laterally, running deep to the inguinal ligament, and attaching to the lesser trochanter of the femur. Actions: Flexion of the thigh at the hip and lateral flexion of the vertebral column. Innervation: Anterior rami of L1 – L3 nerves. Blood supply: Lumbar branch of iliolumbar artery. By TeachMeSeries Ltd (2025) Fig 1Muscles of the posterior abdominal wall. Pro Feature - 3D Model You've Discovered a Pro Feature Access our 3D Model Library Explore, cut, dissect, annotate and manipulate our 3D models to visualise anatomy in a dynamic, interactive way. Learn More Print Article Rate This Article