Sartorius Muscle: Hip, Upper Thigh and Knee Pain
The sartorius muscle can cause and contribute to burning stinging down the thigh to the inside of the knee. The inside of the knee may be hypersensitive to touch and pressure.
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Vastus Intermedius Muscle: Quadriceps Thigh and Knee Pain
The vastus intermedius muscle can cause and contribute pain down the front of the thigh and knees. Pain increases when walking up an incline or stairs.
Vastus Medialis Muscle: Quadriceps Thigh and Knee Pain
The vastus medialis can cause and contribute to pain on the inside of the knee and front of the thigh. Dysfunction in this muscle will cause your knee to buckle. It is one of the four quadriceps muscles.
Rectus Femoris Muscle: Thigh, Knee Pain
The rectus femoris muscle contributes to knee and thigh pain. It also contributes to restless leg syndrome and “knee bugs”.