What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
psoas
Example
The psoas muscle is responsible for hip flexion and rotation. [psoas: noun]
Example
I do psoas stretches every morning to loosen up my lower back. [psoas: adjective]
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The massage therapist used psoas release to help me with my lower back pain. [psoas: noun]
iliopsoas
Example
The iliopsoas muscle is responsible for hip flexion and rotation. [iliopsoas: noun]
Example
I do iliopsoas stretches every morning to loosen up my lower back. [iliopsoas: adjective]
Example
The massage therapist used iliopsoas release to help me with my lower back pain. [iliopsoas: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Psoas is more commonly used than iliopsoas in everyday language, especially in fitness and wellness contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between psoas and iliopsoas?
Iliopsoas is a more formal term used in anatomy and medical contexts, while psoas is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
