Proximal Rectus Femoris Rehab Ideas — Physio Network

Quadratus femoris muscle

Quadriceps femoris muscle

2 Exercises for the Best Rectus Femoris Stretch

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Rectus Femoris

Rectus abdominis muscle

Dr. Joe Damiani - TMJ, Head & Neck Specialist on Instagram: "If the front of your hips feel tight and you’re stuck in that tilted, arched posture, there’s a structural reason behind it. When the rectus femoris gets short and stiff, it pulls the thigh forward and tips the pelvis with it. That forward pull makes it hard for your spine and hips to stack the way they’re meant to, so even when you try to stand tall, your body feels “stuck” in the same position. The movement you see here targets that

Megan Dahlman on Instagram: "💥 Type HIPS in the comments ⬇️ and I’ll DM you my FREE Hip Flexor Stretching Masterclass! Nagging kneecap pain? 😣 It’s often linked to stiff quads and hip flexors (especially the “rectus femoris” muscle)—and this stretch can make a HUGE difference. Tips for success: ✅ If you’re really tight, rest your foot on the SEAT of the chair instead of the back ✅ Keep hips squared forward and your knee pointing straight down ✅ Tuck your tailbone/pelvis slightly to target the