Presentation
People present with an ache over the patella tendon. Most people are between 10 and 16 years old. Magnetic resonance imaging can reveal edema (increased T2 signal intensity) in the proximal aspect of the patellar tendon. [en.wikipedia.org]
Further, Shalaby and Almekinders 6 showed that in younger patients with relatively mild symptoms, MRI did not show significant changes, while in older, active patients changes may be present in asymptomatic knees. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Clinical Presentation Patellar tendinopathy, is one of many potential diagnoses for a patient presenting with anterior knee pain. [physio-pedia.com]
If the area below your patella is swollen, then severe inflammation is present. [howardluksmd.com]
Musculoskeletal
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Knee Pain
Conclusion: We suggest using these studies routinely in the evaluation of patients with anterior knee pain. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
pain, often with an aching quality. [en.wikipedia.org]
Description Patellar tendinopathy is a source of anterior knee pain, characterised by pain localised to the inferior pole of the patella. [physio-pedia.com]
Treatment
[ edit ] Evidence for treatment is poor. [3] In the early rest, ice, compression, and elevation may be tried. [en.wikipedia.org]
Miles, MD Updated: March 29, 2019 Explore this Article Diagnosing Patellar Tendinitis Relieving Immediate Discomfort Trying Conventional Treatment Options Exploring Advanced Treatments Show 1 more... Show less... [wikihow.fitness]
Every week I went to see her and had various treatments done (laser to stimulate blood flow and healing, electrode stimulation of my quad muscles, physical treatments on the tendon, etc.), while in between I worked on all these exercises and stretches [blog.humphd.org]
That will minimize the setbacks later in the treatment process. Surgery for a jumpers knee is very rarely necessary. If surgery is necessary it will take up to 12-16 weeks to be able to return to play. [howardluksmd.com]
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) for patellar tendinopathy shows promise as a safe treatment based upon a literature review of seven studies, although no specific treatment regime is recommended. 64 A systematic review of low level laser treatment [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Prognosis
[…] sports, being overweight [1] Diagnostic method Based on symptoms and examination [2] Differential diagnosis Chondromalacia patella, Osgood-Schlatter disease, patellofemoral syndrome, infrapatellar bursitis [1] [2] Treatment Rest, physical therapy [2] Prognosis [en.wikipedia.org]
Long-term prognosis for jumper's knee in male athletes. Am J Sports Med. 2002; 30 ( 5 ):689–92 [ PubMed ] [ Google Scholar ] 32. Kongsgaard M, Aagaard P, Roikjaer S, et al. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Etiology
This Clinical Commentary presents a review of the etiology, incidence, and contributory factors related specifically to patellar tendinopathy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Epidemiology
"Quadriceps tendinopathy: a review-part 1: epidemiology and diagnosis". Annals of translational medicine. 7 (4): 71. doi : 10.21037/atm.2019.01.58. PMID 30963066. a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w Santana, JA; Sherman, Al (January 2019). [en.wikipedia.org]
Types and epidemiology of tendinopathy. Clin Sports Med. 2003; 22 ( 4 ):675–92 [ PubMed ] [ Google Scholar ] 14. Cook JL, Khan KM, Purdam CR. Conservative treatment of patellar tendinopathy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]