Rupture of Quadriceps Tendon

Definition:
A solution of continuity or a tear; a break of the quadriceps tendon.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • An indentation at the top of your kneecap where the tendon tore
  • Bruising
  • Tenderness
  • Cramping
  • Your kneecap may sag or droop because the tendon is torn
  • You are unable to straighten your knee
  • Difficulty walking due to the knee buckling or giving way
Causes
  • Heavy load on the leg with the foot planted and the knee partially bent
  • Falls
  • Direct force to the front of the knee
  • Lacerations
  • Tendon weakness (tendinitis, chronic disease, steroid use, antibiotic use, or immobilization)
Treatment
  • Possible surgical intervention
  • Progress to ROM and stretching
  • Knee stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Gait mechanics correction
Rupture of Quadriceps Tendon Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Crutch Walking
  • Patella Mobilization
  • Ankle Pumps
  • Quad Sets
  • Straight Leg Raise
  • Clams
  • Heel Slides
  • Passive Knee Extension
  • Vmo Sets 30 60 90
  • Weight Bearing Restrictions
  • DVT Clot Instructions

Rupture of Quadriceps Tendon Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Single Leg Wall Sit
  • Straight Leg Bridge
  • Kettle Bell Swings
  • Stationary Bike
  • Single Leg Speed Skater
  • Adductor Straddle
  • Lotus
  • Passive Knee Flexion
  • Passive Knee Extension
  • Gait II

Rupture of Quadriceps Tendon Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Lunge Matrix
  • Speed Skaters
  • Single Leg Sit Up Squat
  • 3-Dot Squat 2 Hands
  • Single Leg Lateral Box Jump
  • Single Leg Hop On Dina Disc
  • Single Leg Tuck Jump