Got patellar tendon pain? Try this out!
๐ฅPatellar Tendon Pain AKA โJumperโs Kneeโ๐
๐ฅIf you have this, itโs likely because your patellar tendon was over-stressed beyond what it can currently handle (due to loads that are too high or lack of recovery).
๐ Try 5 reps of 45 second holds
๐ 2 min of rest in between each rep
๐ Keep your knees at roughly 60 deg angle
๐ 7/10 intensity
๐Should not increase pain during or after exercise
๐A research article found that this protocol using a knee extension machine provided significant short term pain relief. Most people donโt have a knee extension machine at home, so you could try out a wall sit instead!
๐It may be useful during the season of competition to decrease pain and allow the athlete to compete, if needed.
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