Patellar Instability Management: A Survey of the International Patellofemoral Study Group. Am J Sports Med. 2018 Nov;46(13):3299-3306. doi: 10.1177/0363546517732045. Epub 2017 Oct 6. PMID: 28985094.

In the first systematic review of RCTs on patellar tendinopathy, Larsson et al concluded that eccentric exercise appears to be the most effective treatment.54 US therapy was found to be ineffective.54 ...

Patellar Instability Diagnosis. Your provider will most likely make the diagnosis by taking a medical history and performing a physical exam. X-rays will most likely be obtained, but may be normal if ...

Exercising can relieve patellofemoral syndrome (PFPS). Learn the best exercises for PFPS, how to get started, and how to do knee exercises safely.

Exercising can help heal and strengthen your muscles while recovering from patellar tendinopathy. Learn the best exercises for knees with tendinopathy, how to get started, and how to maintain your ...

This exercise targets multiple muscle groups, and is essential for the patellar reflex. Start with your feet shoulder-width apart. Lower your body as though you're sitting on an invisible chair.

A comminuted patella fracture is one in which the bone is shattered into three or more pieces. In a noncomminuted patella fracture, the kneecap is broken in two pieces. A hairline kneecap fracture is ...

Introduction: The patella is a key component of the knee’s extensor system. Fractures of the patella can be treated using a variety of methods. The objective of this study was to describe the ...

If you suspect a luxating patella, it’s a good idea to get your dog examined by the vet. They’ll feel your dog’s knee and give the patella luxation a ‘grade’, which says how bad it is. Grade 1: ...

Subject: Conservative treatment of patellar chondromalacia has been the subject of several studies. One recommended treatment is a strengthening exercise of the quadriceps muscle, which may be ...

Physical Therapy for Patellar Tendonitis . Fortunately, in many cases, patellar tendonitis can be effectively treated with physical therapy. Using a few simple exercise techniques, rehab can help ...

The Basas Spanish Squat exercise is specifically designed to target the patellar tendon, enhancing strength and flexibility while minimizing stress on the knee. The unique feature of the Basas Spanish ...