Tear of the Rectus Femoris Direct Head – Surgical Repair

Posted by Dr Chang Haw Chong on April 25, 2015 · 22 Comments 

Rectus Femoris The rectus femoris muscle is one of the four quadriceps muscles that sits in the middle of the front of the thigh. The rectus femoris attaches from the pelvis to just below the knee (on the patellar tendon.) It is responsible for knee extension and hip flexion. The other muscles of the quadriceps … Continue reading →

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Rectus Femoris Musculotendinous Junction Tear – Result of Surgical Repair

Posted by Dr Chang Haw Chong on June 12, 2013 · Leave a Comment 

Rectus Femoris Tear A tear of the musculotendinous junction of the rectus femoris muscle is an uncommon injury. Most surgeons do not have much experience in treating this entity surgically. I had the opportunity to repair this tear for one footballer. He presented to me within 6 weeks of the injury. The repair was technically … Continue reading →

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A Rare Form of Soccer Injury – Rectus Femoris Tendon Rupture

Posted by Dr Chang Haw Chong on March 18, 2011 · 34 Comments 

Rectus Femoris Tendon Rupture A rectus femoris rupture is the full or partial rupture of the upper part of the the thin muscle that goes from the front side of the hip to the knee. The main causes of rectus femoris ruptures are explosive kicking techniques. The rectus femoris muscle is composed of fibers appropriate … Continue reading →

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