Jumper’s Knee (Patellar Tendonitis) – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Jumper’s Knee, also known as Patellar Tendonitis, is a common overuse injury that affects the patellar tendon, which connects the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia).** This condition causes pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the front of the knee, especially in athletes who engage in frequent jumping, running, or abrupt changes in movement.

Jumper’s Knee is particularly common in sports like basketball, volleyball, soccer, and track and field, where repeated jumping and landing place excessive strain on the patellar tendon, leading to microscopic tears and degeneration over time.