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Patellar Tendinopathy/Patellar Tendinosis – Ultrasound-guided Injection therapy
What is Knee Tendinitis – Patellar tendinopathy or Patellar tendinosis?
Patellar tendinopathy, often known as jumper’s knee, is a common soft tissue injury that can cause pain in the tendon beneath the knee cap (patella). It might also result in knee stiffness and weakness.
The patellar tendon is significant because it connects the quadriceps to the tibia via the patella and increases the efficiency of the quadriceps function. The quadriceps are vital because they extend ( straighten) the knee and are involved in useful daily tasks such as running, walking, squatting, sitting to stand and climbing stairs.
What Causes Knee Tendinitis?
Patellar tendinopathy is often caused by overuse or overload of the patellar tendon. The tendon strains adapt to the applied pressure, resulting in microtrauma and structural alterations. Most of the time body recovers from these strains. However, if there is an imbalance between the repair and damage can lead to tendinosis or tendinopathy. This can be very painful.
These changes are often seen in the younger age group and involve high-impact activities. Hence, athletes, especially men involved in Running, Personal trainers, Volleyball, football, Tennis, and Basketball players.
Consultation, diagnostic ultrasound scan and Ultrasound-guided treatment can be done in the same appointment
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Patellar tendinopathy
Diagnostic ultrasound is the imaging modality of choice for diagnosing patellar tendinopathy and detecting a tear and neo-vascularity.
A & B images: Longitudinal image of the front of the knee showing the patellar and proximal patellar tendon (white arrows) in a patient with patellar tendinopathy.
There is marked thickening of the deep portion of the proximal tendon with corresponding hypoechoic change (*).
Image C: Power Doppler imaging in the same patient reveals neovascularity ( active inflammation) in the area affected by hypoechoic change.
Knee Tendinitis (Patellar tendinopathy) FAQS
What Symptoms Are Associated With Knee Tendintis (Patellar Tendinopathy) ?
Usually, symptoms arise gradually, but they can also develop after a knee bump. The most prevalent symptom is pain in the front of the knee (pain can be mild or severe).
The front of the knee is tender.
Sometimes the tendon can feel somewhat thicker. Some individuals may notice leg muscular rigidity or weakness (quadriceps).
Knee stiffness is a common occurrence, especially in the morning.
Some patients may also have modest knee swelling to the front of the knee.
How Common Is Knee Tendintis (Patellar Tendinopathy) ?
Patellar tendinopathy can affect anyone; however, it is more prevalent among those aged 15 to 30. However, it is also prevalent among older athletes. It is typically more prevalent among athletes who participates in leaping, running, and hopping sports, such as football and tennis.
What are the some root causes of Knee Tendintis (Patellar Tendinopathy) ?
It is not entirely clear why certain individuals develop patellar tendinopathy, however, there are typically multiple causes:
- Persistent stress on the patellar tendon
- Overweight individuals
- A rapid increase in bodyweight
- Tenseness of the leg muscles
- Muscular weakness in the thighs
- Altering exercise levels or advancing too rapidly
- Unsuitable footwear
- Working out on hard surfaces
How can Knee Tendintis (Patellar Tendinopathy) be treated at home?
Generally, patellar tendon pain does not resolve itself if the tendon is subjected to excessive tension. Patellar tendinopathy can heal, although the process can be lengthy. To strengthen the tendon, physiotherapy activities are prescribed. This will assist in enhancing the tendons’ “stress tolerance.”
You are recommended to review your everyday routines. Adapting your activity level may be necessary for your knee discomfort to subside. For instance, you may need to limit high-impact activities like jumping.
Nevertheless, it is advised that you remain active. Cycling and swimming are low-impact exercises that will help you maintain fitness as you heal.
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Joint Care Clinics @Dr Matla Clinic
Old Brewery Court, Starbeck Ave
Jesmond
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 1XG
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