ArticleArthroscopy, sports medicine, and rehabilitation2026
Quadriceps Injuries in Major League Soccer: A 10-Year Analysis of Injury Rate, Return-to-Play, and Performance Metrics.
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Abstract
Purpose: To evaluate quadriceps injury rates, return-to-play (RTP) durations, and postinjury performance in Major League Soccer (MLS) athletes with quadriceps injuries. Methods: Data from MLS players with quadriceps injuries (2010-2021) were analyzed using the MLS Injury Surveillance database. Injury rates, RTP times, and reinjury rates were compared across 2 periods (2010-2015 vs 2016-2021). Uninjured players matched 2:1 by position, age, and experience served as controls. Postinjury performance metrics including games played, minutes played, goals, assists, and clean sheets were compared longitudinally across 3 seasons. Results: A total of 1550 MLS players were included. The average age of injured players was 25.57 ± 4.03 years. Injury rates slightly decreased from 7.70% (2010-2015) to 6.51% (2016-2021, Conclusions: In this study, reductions in injury and reinjury rates were not statistically significant. Longer RTP durations may reflect a cautious recovery approach or may also reflect end-of-season timing or off-season transitions. Position-specific rehabilitation, particularly for defenders, may enhance outcomes. Level of Evidence: Level III, retrospective comparative study.
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