APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Rest, ice, compression. Compression is important in order to limit the hemorrhage for the first 24 to 48 hours. Immobilization in 120 degrees of flexion using an ace wrap or hinged knee brace immediately after injury for 24-48 hours, frequent use of cold therapy. Knee flexed helps to avoid muscle stiffness.

Detailed explanation-2: -A muscle contusion or muscle bruise is an injury to the soft tissue (muscle fibers, connective tissue and/or blood vessels and nerves) of the upper leg. The most commonly involved muscle is the quadriceps. The muscle contusion may be accompanied by bone contusion (bruise) or even a fracture (broken bone).

Detailed explanation-3: -Stretching exercises for thigh contusions If it is not painful then begin gentle stretching exercises, but only after the acute phase. This is usually 48 hours post-injury but may be longer.