Tendon & Cartilage Part 2 with Jess Elis

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Patellar Tendon and Cartilage
02:49 Exploring the Role of Imaging in Sports Medicine
06:40 Understanding Patellofemoral Pain
09:11 Kinematics vs. Kinetics in Knee Function
11:48 The Importance of the Soleus in Knee Health
14:55 Distinguishing Between Tendinopathy and Patellofemoral Pain
18:31 The Role of MRI in Diagnosing Knee Issues
20:57 The Impact of Patella Alta and Baja
23:33 Managing Knee Pain: Treatment Options
27:14 The Relationship Between Tendons and Cartilage
29:57 Surgical Options for Knee Pain
33:19 Final Thoughts on Tendon and Cartilage Health

 Takeaways

There's a lot of projecting with imaging and function.
Understanding kinematics and kinetics is crucial for knee health.
Patellofemoral pain often coexists with other knee issues.
MRI findings must be matched with functional movement.
The soleus plays a significant role in knee function.
Many diagnosed with tendinopathy may actually have patellofemoral pain.
Compression in the knee can lead to increased wear and tear.
Treatment options should be tailored to individual needs.
Surgical options exist but vary in effectiveness.
Loading the tendon and cartilage is essential for recovery.

Patellofemoral Joint Protocol: 

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Notes: https://jackedathlete.com/podcast-177-tendon-cartilage-part-2-with-jess-elis/