Alacrosse player has received a severe blow to the quadriceps by an opponent's knee. there is marked pain and swelling, and the athlete is having difficulty walking without a limp. how would you manage this acute condition and what follow-up care would you do?

This patient has a soft tissue contusion involving the quadriceps muscle. In acute care setting, the patient should be advised rest, ice, compression, and elevation or RICE. Might as well, an x-ray should be done to rule out potential fractures and dislocations. Possibly, casting may be done. Medications like pain relievers may be given to soothe the pain. Upon follow-up, range of motion should be assessed and repeat x-ray may be done. Removal of casts may be done also. Continue RICE.

Yes he thought they should be left to chance why, because he thought that was the best thing to do