What are ruptured tendons around the knee?
ANSWER
Both the quadriceps and patellar tendons may tear, or rupture, partially or completely. If you have a complete rupture, you won't be able to straighten your knee. Tendon ruptures need urgent care. You'll need surgery if you have a complete tear. If it's a partial tear, you might be OK with splinting.
From: Knee Pain Overview WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Tyler Wheeler on May 16, 2019
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SOURCES:
Bauman A. Runner's World. 2000.
Hart L. "Knee Pain." Woman's Day. 2001.
Lally S. "End Knee Pain Forever." Men's Health. 1990.
Levy AM, Fuerst ML.
. New York: John Wiley & Sons; 1993.
Roberts DM, Stallard TC.
. Feb 2000.
Tintinalli JE, Kellen GD, Staphczynksi JS.
. McGraw-Hill; 2000.
Sports Injury Handbook: Professional Advice for Amateur AthletesEmerg Med Clin North AmEmergency Medicine: A Comprehensive Study Guide
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