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Patellar Tendinopathy Treatment in Glen Iris

Physiotherapy for patellar tendinopathy and jumper’s knee — in-clinic and in-home across Glen Iris.

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Suffering From Patellar Tendinopathy in Glen Iris?

Patellar Tendinopathy, often known as “Jumper’s Knee,” is a common and often debilitating condition that affects the tendon connecting your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone (tibia). This vital tendon plays a crucial role in straightening your knee, enabling activities like walking, running, and jumping. When this tendon becomes overloaded or repeatedly stressed, it can lead to pain, stiffness, and impaired function. At GRIT Physio & Podiatry in Glen Iris, we understand the impact Patellar Tendinopathy can have on your daily life and athletic pursuits. Our expert team is dedicated to providing comprehensive, evidence-based care to help you overcome this condition and return to your optimal performance.

Common Symptoms & Causes Of Patellar Tendinopathy

Our Patellar Tendinopathy Treatment Approach

Every patient is different. We start with a thorough assessment to understand exactly what’s causing your pain — then build a personalised treatment plan around your goals, lifestyle, and timeline.

  • Load Management: Structured activity modification to reduce patellar tendon stress and allow healing.
  • Heavy Slow Resistance Training: Evidence-based progressive quadriceps loading program to stimulate tendon adaptation.
  • Isometric Loading: Pain-relieving isometric quadriceps exercises for acute pain management.
  • Shockwave Therapy: Extracorporeal shockwave therapy for chronic patellar tendinopathy.
  • Dry Needling: Trigger point release for tight quadriceps and hip flexors.
  • Return-to-Sport Programming: Criteria-driven return-to-sport protocol including hop testing.

In-Clinic & In-Home Available

We treat patients both at our Glen Iris clinic and in the comfort of your own home — ideal for patients who find it difficult to travel.

NDIS Participants Welcome — We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. Contact us to discuss your funding options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Patellar Tendinopathy, often called ‘jumper’s knee,’ is an overuse injury affecting the patellar tendon, which connects the kneecap to the shin bone. It typically causes pain just below the kneecap, especially during activities involving jumping, running, or squatting.
Recovery time varies based on severity and chronicity. Acute cases may improve significantly within 6-12 weeks with consistent treatment. Chronic or long-standing tendinopathy can take several months, but our structured, progressive approach aims for full recovery and prevention of recurrence.
Complete rest is rarely beneficial. We advocate for ‘relative rest,’ meaning modifying activities to stay within a pain-free or tolerable pain threshold. Our load management strategies guide you on how to continue exercising safely to promote tendon healing and strength.
‘One-percenters’ are the precise, evidence-based details that elevate treatment outcomes. For Patellar Tendinopathy, this includes advanced techniques like shockwave therapy, detailed video movement analysis, blood flow restriction training, and objective return-to-sport testing to ensure comprehensive recovery.
Surgery is rarely required and is typically considered only after extensive conservative management has failed over a prolonged period. Our comprehensive rehabilitation programs are highly effective in resolving symptoms and restoring function without surgical intervention.
Prevention focuses on addressing underlying biomechanical issues, maintaining adequate strength and flexibility, and proper load management during activity. We provide personalized strategies, including ongoing exercise programs and education, to minimize recurrence risk.

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