Thigh Pain

​Muscle Tears

Can arise in the quadriceps or hamstrings, and are accompanied by bruising, weakness and a loss of range of motion due to pain. Initial treatment is reduction of swelling and pain, and gradual restoration of range of motion. Hands on treatment is paired with a graded strengthening program to fully restore function. 

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Muscular Contusions

This is more common in the quadriceps and is when a hard object strikes the muscle causing damage deep within the muscle. This swelling and bruising leads to difficulty activating the muscle and stretching. Immediate management is stretching and ice to decrease the amount swelling within the muscle. Physio rehabilitation assists with regaining range of movement and strength, as well as guiding a gradual return to sport.​​

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Tendinopathy

Patellar tendinopathy affects the quadriceps tendon at the front of the knee, and hamstring tendinopathy affects the tendon insertion under the bottom or at the back of the knee. Both tendinopathy variations require a graded strengthening program to reduce pain and restore normal function. 

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Iliotibial Band (ITB) Syndrome

The ITB is a band of non-tensile (does not stretch) fascia which provides a connection of the hip muscles to the outside of the knee. The ITB is highly innervated, and can experience burning and pins & needles when overloaded. This is worsened with activity and eases with rest. Treatment focuses on decreasing tension applied to the ITB by the surrounding muscles, and addressing any strength or biomechanical concerns that are contributing to the overload.

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Contact Free Movement Physio to book an appointment for a one on one consultation to discuss your thigh concerns.