What Is Patellar Tendinopathy?
Patellar tendinopathy, often called “jumper’s knee,” is a common condition that causes pain in the front of the knee, just below the kneecap. It mostly affects athletes whose sport requires frequent jumping or running- hence the name “jumper’s knee.” At the front of your knee, there’s a thick, strong band called the patellar tendon. This […]
Management of Calf Strains
Establishing a Diagnosis:There are several other conditions and injuries in the calf area that can masquerade themselves ascalf strains. A detailed assessment of mechanism of injury, symptoms and a physical assessment willhelp determine whether an injury is truly a calf strain or not. Rehabilitation can begin once anaccurate diagnosis has been made. Rehab Phase 1: […]
