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What is a thigh bruise (quadriceps contusion) and strain?

April 26, 2017bruise contusion quadriceps strain thigh

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What is a thigh bruise (quadriceps contusion) and strain?

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A thigh bruise is a bruise (contusion) to the large group of muscles in the front of the thigh that help straighten the leg. These muscles are called the quadriceps. A thigh bruise is also called a charley horse. A strain is a partial tear of a muscle and is often called a pulled muscle.