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Quadriceps Contusion
- severe impact to relaxed thigh
- pain, temp. loss of function, immediate swelling
- RICE, NSAIDS, pad , ROM within pain free
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Myositis Ossificans
- improper care of thigh contusion, many blows to area
- acute inflammation following initial hemorrhage
- rest, possible surgery
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Quad Strains
- sudden stretch or contraction
- point tenderness, pain, spasm, loss of function
- RICE, possible crutches, rehab of isometric exercises
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Hamstring Strain
- improper stretching, imbalance between ham & quad
- point tenderness, pain, spasm, loss of function
- initial ice pack, compression wrap, cut back explosive activities
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Functions of pelvis
- support spine and trunk
- transfer weight to lower extremities
- protection
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Hip pointer
- blow to iliac crest causes severe pinching to soft tissue
- immediate pain, spasm, unable to rotate trunk
- cold, pressure immediately, x-ray
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What is the strongest joint in body?
Hip
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What is the strongest ligament in the body?
iliofemoral ligament (Y)
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Pubofemoral ligament
prevents excessive abduction
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Ischiofemoral ligament
prevents excessive internal rotation and adduction
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Muscles of the Groin
- iliopsoas
- rectus femoris
- adductors
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Groin strain
- overextension, running, jumping, twist with external rotation
- pain, weakness, internal hemorrhage
- intermittent ice, pressure wrap, rest for 48-72 hours
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