Different anatomic patterns of the indirect tendon of the rectus femoris.
Sandra MechóI IriarteRaquel LisbonaR Pérez-AndrésRicard PrunaAlfonso Rodríguez-BaezaPublished in: Surgical and radiologic anatomy : SRA (2024)
We can categorize four different anatomical patterns of the indirect tendon, three of which are complex. We suggest that complex patterns can cause an increased stiffness of the indirect tendon and so be considered non-modifiable risk factors for rectus femoris injuries. Finally, it would be useful to identify complex patterns and perform injury prevention actions through specific physical preparation programs.