The critical elements of correctly diagnosing a psoas major
myofasciopathy include the absence of bruising and
significant swelling, with the presence of restricted ranges
of motion and muscular pain on palpation and resisted
specific muscle testing. Clinicians should be aware of the
anatomy and biomechanical influence that this muscle has
on lumbar spine biomechanics and stability when assessing
and treating patients. It is thought that a stable spine
along with increased muscle endurance is protective and
therefore may help to reduce the incidence of low back
pain. It is difficult to draw conclusions from a case report
but based on the literature it is the authors’ contention that
psoas major myofasciopathy should be considered among
the differential diagnoses for low back pain. Increased
knowledge of this condition should aid clinicians in selecting
the most appropriate methods for its treatment and
rehabilitation.