2024年5月9日 · The vastus medialis obliquie muscle (VMO) is important for keeping the kneecap tracking correctly. This means it stabilizes the patella as it moves. In healthy, pain-free individuals the fibers of the VMO are active throughout the range of movement.

Quadriceps injuries are common injuries in athletes with the muscle prone to muscle strains in situations requiring explosive movements as seen in certain sports. Vastus muscle injury the least common, and the vastus intermedius muscle is most commonly affected by contusions.

2024年8月2日 · The vastus medialis, otherwise known as the vastus medialis oblique (VMO), is a teardrop-shaped muscle that helps extend the knee and stabilize the kneecap. It is one of the four quadriceps ("quad") muscles located in the front of your thigh.

2025年2月28日 · Injuries or weakness in the vastus medialis, often referred to as the Vastus Medialis Oblique (VMO), can lead to significant knee instability, resulting in pain during …

The vastus medialis muscle is the most medial of the quadriceps muscles, found on the inner side of the front of the thigh. Vastus medalis works with the other quadriceps to straighten the knee. It is particularly important as the lower fibers attach to …

In this post you will discover the factors that increase your risk of straining your quadriceps, and learn specific strategies to implement during your rehabilitation and return to activity. A thigh strain or quadriceps strain is a tear in one of the four quadriceps muscles at the front of the thigh.

2022年12月20日 · Foundering & fatiguing of the vastus medialis obliquus (VMO) causes mal-tracking of the patella & following damage to surrounding structures creating advanced force …

Vastus medialis exercises are a great way to improve knee stability and function, reduce knee pain and reduce the risk of cartilage injuries. Most people who suffer from long term knee pain have a weak vastus medialis muscle. This alters the way the knee moves, how the forces are directed through the knee and places excess strain on the inner knee.

2025年1月21日 · Effective exercises for VMO strengthening include terminal knee extensions, short-arc quads, and lunges. Strengthening the VMO can alleviate discomfort in daily activities and sports, reduce knee pain, and decrease the risk of knee injuries. A strong VMO is beneficial for individuals with osteoarthritis by improving knee function and reducing pain.

2024年2月22日 · The vastus medialis oblique (VMO) is one of the four quadriceps muscles located on the front of your thigh. It allows you to extend your knee while also stabilizing it.