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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
Myositis Ossificans
- improper care of thigh contusion, many blows to area
- acute inflammation following initial hemorrhage
- rest, possible surgery
Quad Strains
- sudden stretch or contraction
- point tenderness, pain, spasm, loss of function
- RICE, possible crutches, rehab of isometric exercises
Hamstring Strain
- improper stretching, imbalance between ham & quad
- point tenderness, pain, spasm, loss of function
- initial ice pack, compression wrap, cut back explosive activities
Functions of pelvis
- support spine and trunk
- transfer weight to lower extremities
- protection
Hip pointer
- blow to iliac crest causes severe pinching to soft tissue
- immediate pain, spasm, unable to rotate trunk
- cold, pressure immediately, x-ray
What is the strongest joint in body?

Hip
What is the strongest ligament in the body?

iliofemoral ligament (Y)
Pubofemoral ligament

prevents excessive abduction
Ischiofemoral ligament

prevents excessive internal rotation and adduction
Muscles of the Groin
- iliopsoas
- rectus femoris
- adductors
Groin strain
- overextension, running, jumping, twist with external rotation
- pain, weakness, internal hemorrhage
- intermittent ice, pressure wrap, rest for 48-72 hours