Jumper’s Knee

Jumper’s knee, also known as “patellar tendinitis" is an inflammation of the patellar tendon that connects your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone. This tendon helps in extension of the lower leg.

Symptoms:

• Pain around the patellar tendon
• Swelling around the tendon
• Pain while jumping or kneeling

Investigations:

• Physical Examination
• X-ray
• MRI

Non-Surgical Treatments:

• Dry Needling
• Steroid and Hyaluronic Acid Image Guided Injections
• High Volume Injections
• Image Guided Calcific Barbotage