Quadriceps Tendon anatomy
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Quadriceps Tendon anatomy

Introduction The thick, robust tendon that joins the quadriceps muscles to the patella (kneecap) is called the quadriceps tendon. It is an essential component of the leg’s extensor mechanism and is critical in knee joint movement. The four quadriceps muscles, which are found in the front of the thigh, converge to produce the quadriceps tendon….

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Quadriceps muscle pain: Cause, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Exercise

Quadriceps muscle pain is mostly located in the front side of the thigh (above knee) mostly occurs due to overuse work, sports activity or quadriceps strain or knee jerk related activity. The quadriceps muscle is made up of four muscles which are located on the front of the thigh. This quadriceps muscle is responsible for…