Mar 4, 2025 · Patellar dislocation is a relatively uncommon knee injury. Only accounting for approximately 2–3% of all knee injuries, patellar dislocations most commonly affect young and …

Mar 4, 2025 · Chondromalacia patellae may be caused by several etiologies including weakness of the core and thigh muscles; recurrent joint injuries or trauma, such as repetitive bending or …

Mar 4, 2025 · Quadriceps tendonitis, also known as “jumper’s knee,” is a musculoskeletal condition characterized by inflammation of the quadriceps tendon. The quadriceps tendon …

Osgood-Schlatter disease is an inflammation of the patellar tendon, right at the point where it inserts on the tibial tuberosity, resulting in painful swelling just below the knee. It’s named after …

Oct 17, 2025 · Hyporeflexia is diagnosed through a neurological examination that evaluates the deep tendon reflexes (DTRs) using a reflex hammer. Some of the common reflexes tested …

Patellar tendon rupture is a rupture of the tendon that connects the patella to the tibia. The tell-tale sign of a ruptured patella tendon is the movement of the patella further up the quadriceps. …

The patellar ligament, the distal part of the quadriceps femoris tendon, is a thick fibrous band passing from the apex and adjoining margins of the patella to the tibial tuberosity.

Patellar tendon rupture is a rupture of the tendon that connects the patella to the tibia. The tell-tale sign of a ruptured patella tendon is the movement of the patella further up the quadriceps.

Patellar grind test With the patient supine and the knee flexed to 10–20º, grasp the distal thigh and proximal patella, apply anterior to posterior pressure on the patella, and instruct the …

Jan 6, 2025 · The most commonly identified type of stretch reflex is the knee jerk reflex, where tapping the patellar tendon (i.e., the tendon located at the front of the knee) causes the foot to …