Patellar Tendinopathy !
Patellar tendinopathy is an overuse injury of the tendon just below the kneecap, common in jumping sports; it is also called jumper's knee.
Updated 2026-10-23
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Why it happens
What it is
Overuse injury of the patellar tendon, common in jumping sports.
Symptoms and signs
- Pain at the inferior pole of the patella
- Pain with jumping or squatting
- Morning stiffness
Diagnosis
- Clinical
- Point tenderness of the proximal tendon
- Imaging
- Ultrasound or MRI
Treatment
- Rehabilitation
- Progressive tendon loading is the main treatment.
Educational information, not medical advice. For any symptom, see a health professional.
Sources: Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper's Knee) (StatPearls (NCBI Bookshelf), 2024).
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