Jumper's Knee

Jumper's knee is a rupture or inflammation of the patellar tendon caused by overload. Athletes competing in jumping and throwing disciplines like volleyball, basketball, handball and soccer, as well as weightlifting, are often affected.

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A black knee sleeve with a white Rehband logo at the topRX Knee Sleeve 5mm
RX Knee Sleeve 5mm
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A black knee support with a patella opening and a white Rehband lettering at the sideUD Patella Stabilizing Knee Support
UD Patella Stabilizing Knee Support
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A black knee strap with a white Rehband letteringUD Knee Strap
UD Knee Strap
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A black knee sleeve with a patella opening in the center and a white Rehband lettering at the topUD Knee Sleeve Patella Opening
UD Knee Sleeve Patella Opening
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A black knee support with a white Rehband lettering, two adjusters and a patella openingUD Stable Knee Support
UD Stable Knee Support
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A black knee sleeve for kids with a patella opening in the center and a white Rehband lettering at the topUD Knee Sleeve Patella Open Junior
UD Knee Sleeve Patella Open Junior
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A black knee strap for kids with a white Rehband letteringUD Knee Strap Junior
UD Knee Strap Junior
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SYMPTOMS

  • Pain in the patellar tendon in connection with activity
  • Pain and stiffness during and after exertion
  • Stiffness in the morning
  • Swelling under the patella and pain caused by pressure

POSSIBLE CAUSES

  • Overloading of the patellar tendon
  • Reduced strength in the front thigh muscle
  • Insufficient rehabilitation after earlier injury

TREATMENT

  • Orthotics to lessen the pressure on the patellar tendon
  • Avoid activity that causes pain
  • Rehabilitation programme gradually increasing in intensity
  • Stretching
  • Possibly an operation if the injury does not heal
  • Taping (Contact a physiotherapist or person skilled in taping)