Patellar Tendonitis vs. Jumper’s Knee: What’s Causing Your Summer Knee Pain?

Jumper’s knee is a form of overuse injury that affects the patellar tendon the thick cord of tissue that connects your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone (tibia). This tendon plays a key role in knee extension, allowing you to straighten your leg and absorb force during jumping and landing.

When repetitive impact overloads the tendon, it can lead to microtears, inflammation, and chronic pain. This condition is especially common in high-impact sports like volleyball, basketball, running, and more recently pickleball.

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Can Knee Dislocation Cause Arthritis?

Dr. Sterett explains that, “Knee dislocations have the potential to cause arthritis, primarily due to the significant trauma and damage to the joint structures.” Knee dislocations occur when the bones of the knee joint are forced out of alignment, often as a result of high-impact accidents or sports injury.

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