How do I treat quad-patella tendonitis?
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Could not find a site specifically for quad-patella tendonitis, but site below had good information.
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1500mg of Glucosamine sulfate daily. Add 250mg of Bowellic acid standardized to 65% three times/day. The boswellic acid will reduce inflamation and pain while the Glucosamine slowly rebuilds the joint. Give the GS at least 90 days before you even decide if it's starting to work.\n\nA table spoon of unpasteurized apple cider vinegar a day won't hurt either. Put ACV in a little room temp water (add some honey if you'd like) and down the hatch.\n\nSafe, effective, cheap.
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keep ur knees in hot water for a few minutes.\nIt will give a lot of relief
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Are u sure it's not broken?  You may need an xray to find out and/or to see if something else is going on.  If it's not something major, then alternate ice packs, with hot whirlpools -- first 20 minutes ice, then 20 minutes hot whirlpool right afterwards.  Try it a few times if you can find the time b4 then.  Keep the leg elevated whenever possible too.  And get rid of all the topical stuff as that's not going to do anything.   You need to get the swelling down as much as possible (ice is the best thing for that) and give it a rest.  Ibuprofen works for swelling too.  As for the Saturday tournament, if you are allowed to, wrap and/or tape the affected area during the event. Good luck!
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I have not heard of it either. Sorry\n\nA good treatment option is also taking a combined supplement of glucosamine and chondrontin sulfates. They are both found naturally in cartliage and assist in protecting arthritic joints. They do not re-build the cartliage as this is impossible, but it certainly helps increase range of motion and functionality.\n\nParacetamol is also good for the pain.
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you met a minor inflammation.  Dont worry it can be cured.  please apply MOBIX ointment on the knee and surrounding area.
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You can try bone lengthening - that is by increasing the height of the femur bone (in your leg) by a few inches...but its quite painful, an you will need to be using crutches until it heals.\n\nThe best method is to use artificial methods, like heeled shoes
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You could try using an NSAID, (Non-Steriodal Anti Inflammatory Drug), such as aspirin, or iBuprofen, the latter may possibly offer relief either as either oral or topical preperation. Also, try alternating gentle warmin and cooling packs to it. Reducing exercise is a helpful suggestion, however, you shouldn't immobilise completely, gentle exercise, i.e. gently bending and straightening, should be made at regular invervals. Unfortunately pain relief tablets are probably the best option to ease it though.  \nI've always found that soft tissue injuries are the most painful injuries, I hope you resolve your pain. \n\nI do recommend discussing it with your pharmacist before you take any medication, of any kind, as people can be allergic to NSAIDs, and they can inteact seriously with other existing medication you may be on. \nIf it doesn't settle soon, I would suggest visiting a minor injuries unit or your family doctor.
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It's a good idea to get it checked out by a Podiatrist if you have one, then you can get all the right answers to stretching and braces, etc.  Next resort is your primary doc.  If it's tendonitis, ice and Ibuprofen.  Elevating is good for swelling, wrap the ankle or get a brace if you continue to play.
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General Considerations:\n\nPassive and active range of motion between 30 - 70 degrees for 4 weeks.  Patient will be instructed to come out of the brace once a day for extension range of motion stretching beginning week 2. \nCrutch assisted weight bearing progressing to full as tolerated. \nRegular attention should be paid to the incisions to decrease fibrosis and scarring--with particular emphasis on the anterior and lateral incisions. \nExercises and manual treatments should also focus on early quadriceps and VMO recruitment. \nPatients are given a functional assessment/sport test at 2, 3, and 4 months post-op \nWeek 1:\n\nM.D. visit day 1 to change dressing and review home program. \nIcing and elevation as much as able. \nStraight leg raise exercises (lying, seated, and standing), quadriceps/adduction/gluteal sets, gait training, passive and active range of motion exercises within guidelines. \nBalance and proprioception exercises.               \nSoft tissue treatments and gentle mobilization to posterior musculature, patella and incisions. \nWeeks 2 - 4:\n\nM.D. visit at 8 - 10 days. \nIncorporate functional exercises (i.e. squats/knee bends, modified lunges, step-ups). \nInstruct on once a day, passive extension stretching. \nContinue with pain control, range of motion, gait training, soft tissue treatments and balance & proprioception exercises. \nPool workouts after the incisions are healed and with the use of the brace. \nAerobic exercises as ROM allows (i.e. VersaClimber, stair machine, UBE, NordicTrac). \nWeeks 4 - 6:\n\nM.D. visit at 4 weeks, will discontinue use of post-op brace at that time (may wean off brace with full range of motion if significant weakness or apprehension). \nPush for full range of motion with emphasis on extension. \nIncrease intensity of all exercises with focus on closed-chain, functional progression. \nStationary and road cycling as tolerated. \nWeeks 6 - 8:\n\nContinue to increase the intensity of exercises (i.e. stretch cord resistance, adding weight, increasing resistance of aerobic machines). \nAdd lateral training exercises. \nBegin to incorporate sport- or activity specific training. \nWeeks 8 - 15:\n\nProgression of program of increasing intensity to return to sports and activities of daily living. \nIncorporate bilateral jumping exercises once able to demonstrate adequate strength.  Watch for compensatory patterns with take-offs or landings. \nWeeks 12-20:\n\nPatients are not scheduled for another M.D. appointment until 3 - 4 months post-op.  At this point, range of motion should be at or near 100 % and any restrictions or concerns should be communicated to our office.
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Could be biceps femoris, semitendinosis or semimembranosus. Which side is it on (inner or outer)? You can look at an online atlas of human anatomy to find out. One link is given below.\n\nBest treatment for tight, sore tendons: warmth (water bottle in a towel), gentle massage, exercise (starting with slow, gradual exercise, then gradually increasing it as the soreness decreases).
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I have the same problem, hurts on the side of my heel.  Hard to walk when I get up, but noticed the more I walk the less it hurts.  Dr. said it was tendonitis.  It was beginning to affect my calves as well, but I think that was more from changing my walking patterns to avoid the pain.  Just keep stretching your foot and rubbing it before you put weight on it.  Heat also helps.  If it gets severe, they can do surgery with a tendon lengthening, but try other alternatives first.  Might be bone spurs.  Some chiropractors can help with that by using ultrasound treatments.  Also cortisone injections help and make you feel like you're walking on cotton balls, but the injection itself hurts pretty bad, then total relieve for about a week then right back where you started.  See a doc if it doesn't resolve.  Mine went away on its on after about 3 weeks and after I bought a new pair of tennis shoes and wore them even in the house.  Don't go barefooted!  Hope this helped!!
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Patellar tendinitis, also known as jumper's knee, is a relatively common cause of pain in the inferior patellar region in athletes. It begins as inflammation in the patellar tendon where it attaches to the patella and may progress by tearing or degenerating the tendon. Overuse injury from repetitive overloading of the extensor mechansism of the knee. Microtears exceed the body's healing mechanism unless the activity is stopped. Occurs in many athletes, but is most common in sports such as soccer, volleyball, or basketball which require explosive movements. Early stages may be treated conservatively. Uncommonly may require surgery to remove myxoid degeneration in the tendon. This is reserved for patients with debilitating pain for 6-12 months despite conservative measures.
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Roux-Goldthwait procedure involves splitting the patellar tendon and medializing the lateral half \n\ncheck out\nhttp://gait.aidi.udel.edu/res695/homepage/pd_ortho/educate/clincase/patdis.htm
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RICE -- Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Really, the only way to heal a sprain (which is a stretch or a tear of a ligament), or a strain (which is a pulled muscle) is to rest. Continuing to exercise will only irritate the affected area more, and lengthen the healing time. \n\nSprains can be very serious injuries, resulting in a complete tear of the ligament. If you continue to have trouble walking or moving the joint, or the swelling has not gone down, see a doctor. \n\nYou can also take over the counter anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs - Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) to help reduce swelling and control pain. Common ones include ibuprofen and Aleve. \n\nYou can help to avoid sprains and strains by stretching thoroughly before and after exercise, and being aware of your body and its limitations.
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It is going to take a while:\n\n"Physiotherapy\nAfter dislocating a kneecap, you may have\nto wear a knee immobiliser for up to six\nweeks to stop the leg bending.\nLater, special exercises can restore the\nknee to health and physiotherapy will help\nrestore strength to the leg and knee joint.\nWhile a meniscus is healing, you may need\nto use crutches."\n\nGo here for a very informative brochure: http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/pdfs/Dislocated_kneecap.pdf#search='dislocated%20kneecaptreatment'
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Swimming. That's what I did. I have bad knees also, and after swimming, I don't have as many problem. And swimming doesn't hurt them, because you aren't putting pressure on them. I hope your knees get better. Have an awesome day :)