Sprains and Strain of the Popliteus Tendon
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Definition:
An injury to the popliteus tendon when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dilocation or fracture; or an injury resulting from tensile force
Symptoms- Pain behind the knee
- Swelling behind the knee
- Loss of ROM in the knee
Causes- Trauma to the knee
- Muscle imbalance (lateral hamstrings stronger than the medial hamstrings)
- Overpronation
- Running in worn shoes
Treatment- ROM and stretching
- Soft tissue massage
- Knee stabilization exercises
- Lower extremity strengthening
- Gait program
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