Also known as "jumper's knee," patellar tendinitis refers to overuse of and inflammation in the patellar tendon.
Knee Injuries
Please see the index below for a list of all our articles on Knee Injuries.
If you are new to the subject, we recommend starting with: Guide to Knee Joint Anatomy
Patellofemoral syndrome causes pain in the knee joint due to the knee cap not tracking smoothly during movement. Learn the typical symptoms and treatments.
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries often occur in sports, such as football or soccer, and may cause pain, swelling, and a decreased range of motion.
PCL tears often heal with nonsurgical treatments like pain medication and physical therapy. Surgery may be necessary in some cases for recovery.
PCL tears can result from factors like a direct knee blow or specific sports participation, increasing the risk of injury.
Recovery from meniscus repair surgery entails gradual rehabilitation, including physical therapy, to regain knee strength, stability, and function.
Patellofemoral pain syndrome occurs when the knee is overused. During the diagnosis, the knee joint is evaluated, and other conditions are identified or ruled out.
Soft Tissue of the Knee Joint
The knee joint's soft tissue includes ligaments, tendons, and cartilage, crucial for stability and movement.
Surgery for Dislocated Kneecaps
Severe kneecap dislocations that don't respond to nonsurgical treatment may require surgery to repair the kneecap and other injured nearby structures.
Surgery for Knee Hyperextension
Knee hyperextension surgery includes arthroscopy and reconstruction to address ligament damage and restore stability.
Proven Effective Therapy to Stimulate Fracture Repair
Bone growth therapy is a safe, non-surgical treatment to activate the body’s natural healing process.
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