title: Current concepts in MRI of rectus femoris musculotendinous (myotendinous) and myofascial injuries in elite athletes.
abstract: Rectus femoris injuries are extremely common in athletes, particularly in soccer players, rugby player, and sprinters. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) plays a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and rehabilitation of these injuries. The current article discusses current concepts in the diagnosis and treatment of rectus femoris injuries in elite athletes, including a discussion of the less well known myofascial injuries and key prognostic factors as seen at MR imaging.
authors.affiliation: Corades, S. L., Calle Galeon 2, 28220 Majadahonda, Madrid, Spain. Kassarjian@mac.com
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Kassarjian
authors.forename: R M
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Rodrigo
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Santisteban
mesh_terms: D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000473:pathology*; D025981:Hip Injuries / Q000473:pathology*; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000293:injuries* / Q000473:pathology*; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000473:pathology*