Inflammation of the quadriceps insertion

What is inflammation of the quadriceps insertion? The insertion of a muscle is the point where it attaches to the bone. The quadriceps muscles insert at the top of the kneecap. Over use can cause the tendon where they insert to become inflamed. What are the symptoms? Pain during and after exercise. If you contract your quads with your leg straight you might also get pain. Pain can also be felt when pressing in along the top of the kneecap. Stiffness the day after training can also occur. Pain when standing from a crouched position. What you the athlete do: Apply R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate). Apply heat and use a heat retainer. Stretch the quadriceps muscles. See a sports injury professional who can advise on rehabilitation. A Sports Injury Specialist or Doctor might: Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication (e.g. Ibuprofen). Use sports massage techniques. Apply a plaster cast for some weeks. Give you a steroid injection. Stretching the quadriceps is a very important part of rehabilitation of this injury and must not be neglected. Rest is unfortunately also important. If you do not rest, it will not get better!   The information contained on this site is purely a source of information and can at no time replace the expert eye of a qualified professional. We recommend seeking professional advice before embarking on any form of self treatment. Neither the content or nor any other service provided through mybesttennis.com is intended to be relied on for medical diagnosis or treatment. Never delay in seeking professional advice because of something seen on mybesttennis.com.