The quadriceps is four muscles on the anterior, or front, thigh. It is the
- rectus femoris
- vastus intermedius
- vastus lateralis
- and vastus medialis
When there is no pain attempt gentle stretching exercises followed by isometric strengthening exercises, then dynamic strengthening exercises. Stretching and strengthening helps maintain flexibility and regular range-of-motion (ROM) for the quadriceps muscles.
When there is no pain attempt gentle stretching exercises followed by isometric strengthening exercises, then dynamic strengthening exercises. Relative rehabilitation exercises for a pulled quad muscle are
- static quadriceps stretch
- dynamic quadriceps stretch
- isometric exercises
- isometric leg extension
- leg extension
After performing isometric strengthening exercises for several weeks, include dynamic resistance exercises to the rehabilitation program. The physiotherapy exercises help muscle flexibility and maintain regular ROM. Always stretch before and after exercises to keep the muscle warm. A physician regularly recommends physiotherapy exercises to help circulation and prevent blood clots.
