The paperback version with the complete text and all illustrations is available at all good medical book stores. The result of a direct blow during contact sports. Occurs at the musculo-tendinous junction of rectus femoris. There is pain, stiffness, a limp, progressive swelling and bruising.
Early attention is required because of the risk of myositis ossificans.
Beware of the risk of a compartment syndrome. Keep the knee flexed and well padded. A severe contusion or tear that occurs to the quadriceps may lead to haematoma formation followed by acute inflammation. Treatment R.I.C.E. and strict rest. Occasionally drainage of the haematoma or excision after twelve months.