Knee Tendonitis Treatment in New Jersey
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What is Knee Tendonitis?
Knee tendonitis, also known as patellar tendonitis, is the inflammation of the tendon that connects your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone. It’s a common overuse injury that affects athletes — particularly those in jumping sports like volleyball and basketball.
Because of its association with jumping, it’s often referred to as jumper’s knee.
Causes of Knee Tendonitis
The primary cause of knee tendonitis is repetitive stress on the knee joint, which leads to tiny tears in the tendon. Without proper rest and treatment, these tears grow and cause inflammation and tendon weakening.
Other contributing factors include:
- Tight leg muscles
- Muscle strength imbalances
- Obesity
- Poor footwear support
- Playing on hard surfaces
- Chronic illnesses that weaken the tendons
Symptoms of Knee Tendonitis
If you’re suffering from knee tendonitis, you may experience:
- Pain in the front (anterior) of the knee
- Increased pain during physical activity like jumping or running
- Discomfort with prolonged sitting
- Pain triggered by specific movements
- Tenderness around the kneecap
- Morning stiffness in the knee
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How is Knee Tendonitis Diagnosed?
At Complete Medical Wellness, our orthopedic specialists provide thorough evaluations. Diagnosis typically includes:
- Reviewing your activity level and symptoms
- Asking when and how the pain occurs
- Examining any previous remedies used
- Performing a physical examination
- Assessing your knee’s range of motion
This detailed approach ensures the most effective treatment is recommended based on your unique needs.
Knee Tendonitis Treatment
Your orthopedic specialist will recommend a treatment plan that may include:
- Rest and activity modification
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Physical therapy to improve flexibility and strength
- Knee bracing or taping for support
- Minimally invasive procedures if conservative care fails
Surgical intervention is rare and reserved for chronic or severe cases that don’t respond to conservative care.
Frequently Asked Questions
The symptoms associated with knee tendonitis include:
Sharp pain or tenderness around the kneecap.
Inflammation or burning sensation in the kneecap.
Inability to kneel or get up during squats.
It takes time and patience to recover from shoulder tendonitis.
If you are opting for the right treatment, you’ll feel painless again in a period of three to twelve weeks.
But it may take more to get complete recovery against knee tendonitis.
Your specialist may ask you to wear a knee brace as it hastens the tendon healing process.
You can do some gentle exercises to keep your knee moving.
Take rest regularly, and do not put pressure on the legs.
Your specialist may physically examine the condition of your knee first.
He may test the knee’s range of motion.
He may ask you to go for diagnostic imaging tests so as to accurately assess and evaluate the knee condition.
Why Choose Complete Medical Wellness?
At CMW, our orthopedic knee experts offer precise diagnosis and cutting-edge treatment for knee tendonitis. Whether you’re an athlete or dealing with chronic pain, we tailor each treatment to help you move comfortably again — without surgery when possible.
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