The runner’s knee is an irritation of the iliotibial ligament. It is also known as an iliotibial ligament syndrome (ITBS) or tractus syndrome. The iliotibial ligament is a tendon plate that attaches to the outside of the knee joint and grows into the lateral hip muscles. It is a strong tendon plate and helps to … Exercises with an existing runner’s knee
Pain when jogging/cycling The runner’s knee is an irritation of the iliotibial ligament due to overloading or incorrect loading. At the beginning of running, there is usually no pain unless the ligament is in an acute inflammatory state.The pain occurs during loading when the ligament rubs against the thigh bone via the bony protrusions. Particularly … Pain when jogging/cycling | Exercises with an existing runner’s knee
How long break The runner’s knee is an overload. In order to give the tendon a chance to heal, it should not be strained any further, but should be immobilized for some time. Especially in case of acute inflammation, the knee should be relieved. Tendons have a worse blood supply than muscles and therefore need … How long break | Exercises with an existing runner’s knee
A well-developed musculature secures and supports the joints and bones from external stresses. Mobility, coordination and functionality are also a decisive aspect in physiotherapy. There is a great variety of training methods in therapy to achieve these goals. However, since the body is very complex, a combination of several types of training is recommended. Pain … Training types in physiotherapy
Physiotherapy plays an important role in the rehabilitation process of patellar tendinitis, both as a conservative treatment method and after surgery. Patellar tendinitis is an overuse disease of the patella (kneecap). The main focus of physiotherapeutic treatment for patellar tendon syndrome is first of all the treatment of pain, then the build-up of muscles and … Physiotherapy for Patellar Tip Syndrome
Exercises During the physiotherapeutic treatment, the patient learns exercises for stretching, strengthening and stabilizing the patella tendon. Some of these exercises are described in the following text. 1. mobilization Lie on your back for these exercises. Now slowly put both feet up by pulling them towards your buttocks. Then slowly glide back into extension. If … Exercises | Physiotherapy for Patellar Tip Syndrome
Bandages If patellar tip syndrome is present, wearing a bandage may also be useful. Contrary to frequent assumptions, the wearing comfort of bandages today is very high. The additional stabilization provides optimum relief for the tendon and the affected person feels more secure in his or her movements. This supports the healing process and reduces … Bandages | Physiotherapy for Patellar Tip Syndrome
Osgood disease slatter Osgood Schlatter’s disease can also lead to the problems of patellar tip syndrome. This is called Ostenonecrosis, which means that the bone tissue at the transition between the knee joint and the head of the tibia dies off. This leads to irritation of the tip of the patellar tendon at the knee. … Osgood disease slatter | Physiotherapy for Patellar Tip Syndrome
The term eccentric training refers to a certain way of working muscle activity. “Eccentric” means “from the origin” This is a muscle activity that absorbs or holds a weight or resistance and does not attract the weight. The muscles become longer with increasing tension. If, for example, someone puts a box of water slowly on … Eccentric training
Stretching exercises 1st oscillationThis exercise relieves the shoulder joint and stretches the muscles of the shoulder. In the seat you take a light dumbbell or a water bottle in your hand. You sit upright and without contact to the backrest. Now let your arm swing back and forth with the weight in your hand. The … Stretching exercises | Eccentric training
Further therapeutic measures Eccentricity is also caused and applied in postisometric relaxation. This method aims at muscle relaxation through a preceding muscle tension, as well as progressive muscle relaxation. In Postisometric Relaxation, the therapist performs the exercises on the patient, while in Progressive Muscle Relaxation the patient works independently. More information and exercises can be … Further therapeutic measures | Eccentric training