Jumpers Knee - Explained in a Minute
Video explaining Jumper's knee in a minute! Jumper's knee is more accurately known as patella tendinopathy.
This is a degenerative, overuse condition which is common in sports with a jumping element.
Symptoms include pain below the kneecap, tenderness when you touch this area and aching and stiffness after exercise.
Treating jumpers knee involves initial rest, the use of cold therapy and wearing a patella strap. Sports massage can also be helpful and rehab exercises focus on eccentric strengthening.
