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Results 1 - 2 of 2 for Quadriceps muscle atrophy
  1. Greater trochanteric pain syndrome 
    ... may suggest exercises to build strength and prevent muscle atrophy. You may need physical therapy if you have trouble moving the joint. Other treatments include: Removing fluid from the bursa Steroid injection Surgery to repair or remove injured tissue
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000777.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Broken kneecap - aftercare 
    ... a day. This will help reduce swelling and muscle atrophy. Ice your knee. Make an ice pack by putting ice cubes in a plastic bag and wrapping a cloth around it. ... or have had stomach ulcers or internal bleeding in the past.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000582.htm - Medical Encyclopedia