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Bookmark or Share- Patellar Tendon Tear - OrthoInfo - AAOSSmall tears of the tendon can make it difficult to walk and participate in other daily activities. A large tear of the patellar tendon is a disabling injury. It usually requires surgery and physical therapy to regain full knee function.
- Patellar Tendon Tear: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment - Verywell HealthA patellar tendon tear is the partial or complete rupture of the band of connective tissue that attaches the kneecap to the shin bone. When this happens, you may be unable to walk or fully straighten the leg. Knee pain, bruising, and swelling are common symptoms.
- Patellar Tendon Rupture | Treatment, surgery and rehabilitation - SportsMDPatellar tendon rupture is a rupture of the tendon that connects the patella to the tibia. The patellar tendon is the terminal extension of the quadriceps muscle in the leg. The four muscles that make up the quadriceps each provide a tendon that attaches to the kneecap (patella).
- Patellar Tendon Tear: Causes, Symptoms, and TreatmentThe five most common causes of a Patellar tendon tear are: Repetitive Running and Jumping; Tendon Weakness; Trauma; Aging; Prior Knee Surgery; A Patellar tendon tear is diagnosed by reviewing medical history, physical examination, and imaging. Treatment options for Patellar tendon tear depend upon the severity of the injury. Common options ...
- Patella Tendon Rupture - Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & RehabilitationPatella tendon ruptures are extremely painful. Signs and symptoms include: Severe pain in the front of the knee. An audible ‘pop’ at the time of injury. Swelling at the front of the knee, particularly at the bottom of the patella (kneecap). You will be unable to put weight on the knee.
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