Rectus Femoris Flashcards
GTO for rectus femoris?
Yes
Tissue approximation for rectus femoris?
Yes
Muscle mobilization for rectus femoris?
Yes
Stripping for rectus femoris?
Yes
Cross fibre massage for rectus femoris?
Yes
Cross fibre friction for rectus femoris?
Yes
Trigger points for rectus femoris?
Yes
Compression for rectus femoris?
Yes
Compression with manipulation for rectus femoris?
Yes
Compression with broadening for rectus femoris?
Yes
Action(s) for rectus femoris?
“Straighten your knee” (tibiofemoral joint extends the knee)
“Flex the hip” (coxal joint)
Origin for rectus femoris?
Anterior inferior iliac spine (AIIS)
Insertion for rectus femoris?
Tibial tuberosity via the patella and patellar ligament.
Which techniques are not appropriate for rectus femoris?
All techniques are appropriate.