Vastus medialis in the family system

In family systems, this muscle often belongs to the “stabilizer” role.

The child (often a girl) unconsciously decides:

“If I stay strong and correct, the system won’t fall apart.”

Psychosomatic of the vastus medialis muscle trigger points

 The vastus medialis (inner part of the quadriceps, near the knee) is very often involved when a person is trying to hold themselves together, keep stability, or do the right thing despite inner tension.

Below is a psychosomatic + emotional interpretation of trigger points in the vastus medialis, especially when they are chronic or recurrent.