Patellar Tendonitis Physiotherapy in Indirapuram

Why it develops

The patellar tendon connects the kneecap to the shin and transmits huge force during jumping and landing. When load increases faster than the tendon can adapt, like a sudden jump in training or a new sport, it becomes painful and structurally disorganised.

Symptoms

Pain at the bottom of the kneecap that's usually very localised. It often warms up and improves during activity, then worsens afterwards or the next day. Stairs, squats and sitting for long periods with the knee bent can aggravate it.

Treatment

Rest makes the pain better but the tendon weaker, so symptoms often return when activity resumes. The evidence-backed approach is progressive tendon loading.

We usually start with isometric holds, such as a wall sit or leg extension hold, which can reduce pain. Then heavy slow resistance exercises build tendon capacity. Later, faster loading and jumping drills prepare the tendon for sport. Load management runs alongside, keeping total jumping volume within what the tendon can handle.

Shockwave therapy can help stubborn cases. Taping or a strap below the kneecap sometimes reduces pain during activity. Recovery commonly takes three months or more.

Exercises often used for Patellar Tendonitis

These are exercises our physiotherapists commonly include. Which ones suit you, how many and in what order depends on your assessment and stage of recovery.

All knee exercises

Frequently asked questions