Rupture Patella Tendon
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Definition:
A solution of continuity or a tear; a break of the patella tendon.
Symptoms- Movement of the patella further up the quadriceps
- An indentation at the bottom of your kneecap where the patellar tendon tore
- Bruising
- Tenderness
- Cramping
- You are unable to straighten your knee
- Difficulty walking due to the knee buckling or giving way
Causes- Direct impact to the front of the knee
- Fall onto knee
- Landing from a jump where knee is bent and foot is planted
- Tendon weakness (patellar tendinitis, chronic disease, steroid use)
Treatment- Possible surgical intervention
- Progress to ROM and stretching
- Knee stabilization exercises
- Lower extremity strengthening
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