Patellar Tendinopathy

This week I’m featuring this well known condition affecting the front of the knee just below the knee cap. Sometimes referred to as jumpers knee, patellofemoral pain, PFPS (patellofemoral pain syndrome), patellar tendinitis.

It usually results from repetitive stress from demands like running, jumping and squatting or stair climbing.

It’s common in males and females but is especially prevalent in young women. This is partly attributable to the female pelvis being wider and therefore creating a larger “Q” angle, the angle the femur (thigh bone) makes with the tibia (shin bone) seen here:

The good news is it’s treatable with physical therapy. A program of progressive tendon-loading exercises has been shown to be an effective strategy for reducing pain and returning to normal function (Breda et al., 2021).

At PT38 physical Therapy we can skillfully evaluate and treat this condition and achieve the highest quality results. Try out the best physical therapy in New York City right next to Grand Central Station, and see the results.