| Literature DB >> 21589672 |
Marsha Rutland, Dennis O'Connell, Jean-Michel Brismée, Phil Sizer, Gail Apte, Janelle O'Connell.
Abstract
Chronic tendinopathy is a common musculoskeletal disorder that frequently affects athletes who train and compete at all levels. This Clinical Commentary presents a review of the etiology, incidence, and contributory factors related specifically to patellar tendinopathy. Examination and differential diagnosis considerations are provided, and an evidence-based, staged rehabilitation program is described.Entities:
Keywords: Jumper's Knee; patellar tendonitis
Year: 2010 PMID: 21589672 PMCID: PMC2971642
Source DB: PubMed Journal: N Am J Sports Phys Ther ISSN: 1558-6162