Patellar Tendinopathy [EXERCISE Progressions and Regressions] Evidence Based
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In today's video we go over How I Diagnose Patellar Tendinopathy [Clinical Examination]
Struggling to accurately diagnose patellar tendinopathy? This video breaks down the essential clinical examination steps every physical therapist needs to know. Learn how to differentiate Patellar Tendinopathy from other knee conditions, identify key risk factors, and understand the most effective treatment strategies.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
➡️ Accurate diagnosis: Learn exactly how patellar tendinopathy presents and how to rule it in
➡️ Differential diagnosis: Explore common conditions that mimic Patellar Tendinopathy and how to rule them out.
➡️ Clinical assessment: Learn the essential physical examination tests to confirm the presence of Patellar Tendinopathy.
Timeline:
- Common Populations (0:39)
- Pain Location (1:15)
- Differential Diagnosis (2:22)
- Distal Femoral Stress Fracture (4:32)
- Infrapatellar Fat Pad Irritation (4:59)
- Meniscus & Ligamentous Injury (5:38)
- Aggravating Factors (6:55)
Diagnosis on point...
- Dan Pope DPT,OCS,CSCS
Show Notes / Relevant Articles:
- FPF Mini Course - 7 Reasons Why Injuries Happen in the Gym and What to do About it
- Patellar Tendinopathy [EXERCISE Progressions and Regressions] Evidence Based
- PATELLAR Tendinopathy Evidence Based Guide [What Physical Therapists Need to Know]
- PATELLAR Tendinopathy - Evidence Based Exercise [Literature Review]
- What Physical Therapists Need to Know [Patellofemoral Pain]
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