8. Patellar Tendonitis

Patellar tendonitis is an overuse injury affecting the patellar tendon, which sits just below the patella (kneecap) and attaches the kneecap to the shinbone.it occurs when the bursa becomes irritated and produces too much fluid. Which causes it to swell and put pressure on the adjacent parts of the knee. It commonly affects athletes involved in sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, football, track and field, tennis, gymnastics, and skiing. The condition can also be the result of aging.

Signs and symptoms of patellar tendonitis may include localized pain and tenderness over the patellar tendon, thickening of the patellar tendon, stiffness in the patellar tendon, and pain made worse by jumping, landing, or running. Patellar tendonitis usually responds well to conservative treatment such as rest, ice, anti-inflammatory drugs, stretching and strengthening of the quadriceps muscle, and physical therapy. Recovery from patellar tendonitis may take a few weeks to several months.