Squat depth has long been a point of contention in the lifting world, which is where the phrase 'ass-to-grass' was born. Whether you agree or disagree, it's widely accepted that range of motion should ...

There are several risk factors that contribute to this disease. Objective Rectus femoris and iliopsoas contracture is a specific risk factor for the development of OSD in high performance youth ...

But if search-engine traffic is anything to go by - 3.6k of you are Googling 'hip flexor exercises' monthly ... externally rotating your hip the rectus femoris (the only muscle in the quadriceps ...

Additionally, research shows that sit-ups target the rectus femoris (part of the quadriceps in the thigh) and the lower back to a lesser extent. Overall, this exercise is great for strengthening ...

Correspondence to: Mr Geutjens, Derbyshire Royal Infirmary, London Road, Derby DE1 2QY, UK; Guido.Geutjens{at}sdah-tr.trent.nhs.uk A rare case is presented of a longstanding rupture of the rectus ...