Jumper's knee
A disease caused by chronic strain and degenerative changes in the ligament that connects the lower pole of the patella to the tibia.
Jumper's knee, or patellar tendonitis, develops due to repetitive high loads, leading to microtrauma and degeneration of the knee ligament. The condition can be aggravated by anatomical features such as a high patella position or congenital weakness of the ligaments of the knee joint. Symptoms begin with localized pain in the lower part of the patella, which increases with exercise and is often accompanied by limited range of motion and swelling. As the disease progresses, the pain can become constant, interfering with daily activities such as climbing stairs or extending the leg. The disease tends to be chronic and can take months or years to develop.
Causes
Increased loads on the knee joint, particularly during jumping.
Chronic tendon microtrauma.
Improper knee joint movement.
Poor workout technique or not warming up enough.
Symptoms
Lower patellar pain that increases with exertion.
Stiffness in the front part of the knee.
Increasing pain after exercise or without warming up.
Swelling and increased sensitivity of the lower patellar tissues.
Pain when climbing stairs or extending the knee.
After-effects
Untreated jumper's knee can cause:
Degeneration and tearing of patellar ligament fibers.
Chronic pain.
Impaired mobility.
Лечение
Nonsurgical treatment
At the start of the disease, treatment tries to reduce swelling and stress on the affected ligament. Medications may be prescribed to control pain and inflammation. Treatment may also include physical, massage and exercise therapies to strengthen the muscles in the thigh and knee, and special supports for the kneecap.
Surgical treatment
Surgery is performed when the disease is severe or when other treatments don't work. The surgeon performs arthroscopic revision to remove damaged tissue, and reconstructs the ligament if it is partially or completely torn.
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How to get
From the Belorusskaya metro station of the Zamoskvoretskaya line - exit 4 After exiting the subway, walk through the pedestrian tunnel and climb the stairs. Move towards the railway tracks, go down the stairs immediately after them and walk along the house, then turn right onto 1st Yamskoye Pole Street. At the turn to 3rd Yamsky Pole Street, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and continue along 1st Yamsky Field Street, after a few buildings on the left you will see Olympus Clinic MARS.
Travel time
9 minutes
Landmark
Olympus Clinic MARS sign
How to get
From the Belorusskaya metro station of the Ring line - exit 2. After exiting the subway, turn left and walk to the pedestrian crossing. Cross the road through two pedestrian crossings and move along the Tverskoy overpass. Go down the stairs immediately after the railway tracks, walk along the house, then turn right onto 1st Yamskoye Pole Street. At the turn to 3rd Yamsky Pole Street, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and continue along 1st Yamsky Field Street, after a few buildings on the left you will see Olympus Clinic MARS
Travel time
11 minutes
Landmark
Olympus Clinic MARS sign