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Quadriceps Contusion

Mechanism
1. Direct blow to thigh
Signs: Limited knee flexion (Assess at 12 to 24 hour)
1. Mild Injury
  1. Knee flexion >90 degrees
2. Moderate Contusion
  1. Knee flexion 45-90 degrees
3. Severe Contusion
  1. Knee flexion <45 degrees
Management
1. Phase 1: Wrap knee, extended to 130 degrees
2. Phase 2: Restore Range of Motion
3. Phase 3: Return to Play

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