Patella Tendon Tear

What is a Patella Tendon Tear and how is treated?

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What is a Patella Tendon Tear?

The patella tendon connects the patella (knee cap) to the shin bone (tibia) and plays an important role of day to day activities such as walking and balance as well as during athletics for cutting, pivoting and changing direction. A patella tendon tear often occurs as the result of a traumatic injury, such as a direct blow or a sudden overexertion of the tendon. However, patella tendon tears can be caused due to wearing of the tendon over time.

A patella tendon tear can vary in severity as the ligament can either be partially torn or completely torn.

Common symptoms of patella tendon tears include the following:

Buckling or giving away of the knee when walking
Pain
Bruising
Tenderness

Patients who sustained an injury and are experiencing symptoms are advised to make an appointment with one of the Fellowship Trained and Board Certified Knee Specialists at Olympia Orthopaedic Associates as soon as possible. Diagnosing and treating the injury early helps patient recover quickly and get back to an active and healthy lifestyle.

How is it treated?

Partial Patella Tendon tears may be effectively treated using nonsurgical treatment options. The specialists at Olympia Orthopaedics prescribe customized treatment plans that include the following:

Immobilization
Physical therapy
Pain and anti-inflammatory medications

Complete patella tendon repairs may require surgical intervention. The Knee Specialists at Olympia Orthopaedic Associates utilize the latest advancement in Arthroscopic Patella Tendon Repair Surgery to restore strength and stability to the knee.

Should I Make An Appointment?

Patients who are experiencing knee pain or injury should not delay a diagnosis. Below are Olympia Orthopaedic Associates Knee Experts:

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Dr. Dominic Femiano

Dr. Bradley C. Christ

Dr. Thomas Helpenstell

Dr. Milan S. Moore

Dr. Williams Peterson

Dr. L. Anthony Agtarap

Dr. Jerome Zechmann

Dr. P. Brodie Wood

Dr. R. Trent McKay

Dr. Ryan E. Will

Dr. Tracy Hamblin

Dr. Darrin Trask

Patients who make an appointment can look forward to symptom relief. Appointments may be made by requesting an appointment online or calling our office.

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“Dr. Femiano and his staff are the best! They answer messages very promptly and have taken very good care of me. I feel Dr. Femiano especially takes his time to be very thorough, and listen to what I’ve had to say as well. Thank you Dr Femiano.”

Chantal N.

Treated by: Dominick Femiano, MD

“I ruptured the ACL in my right knee in April 2016; this occurred on a Saturday, while away from home. On Monday, I contacted Olympia Orthopaedic Associates and was seen the next morning by Dr. Snow. He diagnosed the injury and ordered an MRI. I do not hesitate to recommend Olympia Orthopaedic Associates!”

David E.

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“My surgery on my knee went very well and am back playing soccer already! My experience with everyone was great!”

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Are You Ready To Take The Next Steps?

We encourage you to contact our care coordinators or make an appointment with one of our Board-Certified & Fellowship-Trained Orthopaedic Specialists at Olympia Orthopaedics.

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