Jumper’s Knee
Jumper's Knee
Jumper’s knee, also known as patellar tendinopathy, is an overuse injury affecting the patellar tendon that connects the kneecap to the shinbone. It is particularly common in athletes who perform repetitive jumping and sprinting, basketball players, netballers, footballers and runners, and produces pain below the kneecap that worsens with loading activity. Without appropriate management, it rarely resolves on its own.
What Causes Jumper’s Knee?
- Rapid increases in training load or intensity
- Repetitive jumping and sprinting movements
- Weakness or tightness in the quadriceps muscle
- Poor hip and knee biomechanics during movement
- Inadequate recovery between training sessions
Jumper’s knee is similar to conditions like Osgood-Schlatter disease, though it occurs in the tendon rather than the growth plate. It can also be mistaken for patellofemoral pain, which requires a different treatment approach.
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Our Treatment for Jumper’s Knee
Progressive loading is central to tendon recovery, and at True Physio, our physiotherapy team uses evidence-based methods to rebuild your patellar tendon and restore your performance.
- Progressive tendon loading programmes combining isometric and heavy slow resistance exercises to strengthen the tendon
- Sports massage and soft tissue work to reduce tension and improve blood flow
- Biomechanical retraining to correct movement patterns at the hip and knee
- Shockwave therapy for chronic cases to stimulate healing
Most athletes see meaningful improvement within 6–12 weeks with consistent treatment and adherence to their programme.
“I visited True Physio with mid-portion tendinopathy which was problematic and debilitating. I had Jason for 10 sessions of shockwave therapy and physiotherapy and couldn’t be happier with the results. Jason listened to my descriptions of pain and was able to create a recovery programme that suited me and my lifestyle. Would happily recommend. 10/10.” Tom Fleming – Crewe
Why Choose True Physio?
Expert Physiotherapy Team
All of our Physiotherapists are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), which means that they fulfil the highest standards of practice required by law. They are also a part of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), demonstrating our commitment to delivering outstanding expertise.
Initial Assessment
At your initial assessment at True Physio, we will find out where your pain comes from and what your goal is before forming a plan to help you achieve that. Our clinicians will take the time to understand your condition, do a detailed assessment, and explain to you the nature of the problem you have. Treatment plans are created with your lifestyle in mind.
Book an appointment and let’s get your knee back to full strength.
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