8Physical Therapy
The main goal of physical therapy in treating the jumper’s knee is to alleviate inflammation and pain. Also, these exercises can help strengthen and stretch muscles in your thigh and leg. When the pain is severe, the doctor might suggest the wearing of a brace or usage of crutches to minimize further damages to your tendon. Physical therapy sessions only start when you are basically pain-free. A typical session often includes a warm-up period, massage or ice for the knee, stretching exercises, and strengthening exercises. Electrical stimulation and ultrasound can also be used to alleviate the pain. The therapist also develops an exercise program, including stretches, isometric exercises, eccentric exercises, as well as flexibility exercises. [8]
