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These Patellar Tendonitis Treatments Actually Work

By Martin Koban
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Diagnosis Your doctor will diagnose your injury by inquiring about your history and by using a combination of manual examinations1 and imaging tests such as ultrasound or MRI. MRIs and x-rays are also used for differential diagnosis, to rule out other knee injuries with similar symptoms. However, in some cases patellar tendonitis is difficult to diagnose, because tendons can be painful with a...

Patellar Tendonitis

By Martin Koban
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Patellar tendonitis is an injury of the tendon that connects your kneecap – the patella – to your shinbone. You use the patellar tendon every time you extend your leg, like when you’re kicking, running, or jumping, which is why patellar tendonitis is most common in jumping sports such as volleyball or basketball. However, it can occur in non-athletes as well. Getting rid of patellar tendonitis...