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Quadriceps Muscle Strain Prevention
Prevention of quadriceps muscle strain includes:
  • Avoid running on hard surfaces.
  • Avoid climbing.
  • Avoid jumping.
  • Stretch before exercise.
    • Perform quadriceps muscle stretches.
  • Warm up properly before exercise.
  • Stretch after exercise.
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Last Updated: Jan 31, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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