Viva Voce: Injury Stations & Treatments

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What is the primary cause of patella tendonitis?

Infectious disease
Genetic predisposition
Fracture of the knee joint
Overuse and repeated stress on the patellar tendon (correct)

Poor footwear can be a predisposing factor for patella tendonitis.

True (A)

Name two activities that commonly lead to patella tendonitis.

Running, jumping

The patella tendon connects the patella to the __________.

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Match the treatment method with its purpose:

Ice pack = Reduces swelling Injection = Provides immediate relief Stretching = Restores flexibility Quad strengthening exercises = Improves tendon strength Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for patella tendonitis?

High temperature (A) Signup and view all the answers

Quad strengthening exercises are important in the rehab process for patella tendonitis.

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Flashcards

Patellar Tendon Tear

An injury where the patellar tendon, connecting the kneecap to the shinbone, is torn.

Patellar Tendonitis

Inflammation of the patellar tendon, often caused by overuse and repetitive stress, leading to pain during activities and microtears in the tendon fibers.

Activities that can Cause Patellar Tendonitis

Activities that repeatedly apply stress to the patellar tendon, increasing the risk of injury.

Tight Muscles & Patellar Tendonitis

Tight or inflexible muscles, often caused by a lack of proper warm-up, can contribute to patellar tendonitis by putting extra strain on the tendon.

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Sudden Exercise Increase & Patellar Tendonitis

Sudden increases in exercise intensity can overload the patellar tendon, making it more prone to injury.

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Ice Pack for Patellar Tendonitis

Applying ice to the injured area immediately helps reduce inflammation and pain.

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Quadriceps Strengthening Exercises

Strengthening exercises that target the quadriceps muscles, like leg presses, help support the patellar tendon and reduce strain.

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Study Notes

Viva Voce Stations

4 stations in total
Possible 8 injuries per station
2 stations focus on acute injuries
2 stations focus on chronic injuries

Viva Conditions

Anterior Cruciate Knee ligament injury
Elbow joint dislocation
Hamstring strain
Ankle sprain
Patella tendonitis
Osgood-Schlatters syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Chondromalacia patellae
Patella tendon tear

Patella Tendon Anatomy

Located just outside the knee joint
Connects the patella to the shinbone

Patella Tendonitis Mechanisms

Overuse and repeated stress on tendon
Associated with activities involving running and jumping (e.g., basketball, football)
Can be caused by high intensity exercise leading to irregular movements/fatigue

Predisposing Factors

Tight muscles/poor warm-up
Low fitness levels
Sudden increase in exercise intensity
Prior knee injuries
Poor footwear

Treatment/Rehabilitation

Immediate: Ice packs
Reduce swelling: Injection
Limit overstress: Limit aggravating activities/exercise
Flexibility: Passive stretches of quadriceps group (3 sets of 10 reps every 24 hours)
Strengthening: Quad strengthening exercises (e.g., leg press)