Trigger Point Therapy - Quadriceps Tendinitis

Immediate treatment

Rest and ice. Anti-inflammatory medication. Training modification.

Rehabilitation and prevention

Rehabilitation should include stretching and strengthening exercises for the quadriceps. Activities such as swimming can be helpful to reduce the stress on the tendon during rehabilitation.

Return to a normal activity schedule should be delayed until pain subsides completely and strength is restored. Keeping the quadriceps flexible and strong will help prevent this condition. Even healthy quadriceps tend to be "loaded" with trigger points, and trigger therapy is a must for both prevention and rehabilitation (see below).

Long-term prognosis

A full recovery with no long-term disability or lingering effects can be expected in most cases of tendinitis. 

Trigger Points

Trigger points in the quadriceps are incredibly common and in the most part ignored as these powerful and robust muscles continue on with their daily work. Over time trigger points in the quads may lead to a number of complications elsewhere in the body.

In addition to being a contributing factor in quadriceps strains, these trigger points are likely to become active immediately following any injury to the quadriceps, as part of the body's protect and defend mechanism. Failure to address these trigger points may prolong the recovery period and create additional complications further down the line.

This trigger point therapy blog is intended to be used for information purposes only and is not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment or to substitute for a medical diagnosis and/or treatment rendered or prescribed by a physician or competent healthcare professional. This information is designed as educational material, but should not be taken as a recommendation for treatment of any particular person or patient. Always consult your physician if you think you need treatment or if you feel unwell.