Angle measured from the anterior superior iliac spine to the patella and from
the patella to the tibial tuberosity
Patellar Dislocation
MOI: Likely to happen during high speed motions especially cutting and pivoting
Almost always shifts laterally
S&S
Moderate to extreme pain
Moderate swelling
Complete loss of ROM
Obvious deformity
Treatment: Reduction, xray, brace, RTP
Patella-Femoral Stress Syndrome (PFSS)
Chronic pain found in the patellar region that can be blamed on tracking issues or overuse
MOI: Chronic, improper lateral tracking of patella
S&S
Pain and tenderness in lateral aspect of the patella
Slight swelling
Crepitus or popping with extension
Treatment
Rehab: strengthening and stretching protocol to help muscular issues (knees and hips)
Tape or bracing
Chondromalacia
Roughening of the protective cartilage found on the underside of the patella
MOI: abnormal patellar tracking or trauma from an acute injury
S&S
Pain underneath the patella
Grinding or popping during motion
Slight chronic swelling
Treatment: ice therapy, quad strengthening, Anti-inflammatory medication, brace or knee sleeve, surgical intervention if necessary
Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease
MOI: Chronic condition found in adolescents, typically after a dramatic growth spurt
Adolescents and puberty the tendons are stronger than the bones. This discrepancy causes bone damage as the tendon microscopically pulls away from its attachment.
Increased repair that over time develops into an enlarged tuberosity