Patellar Tendonitis or Jumpers Knee

The patellar tendon connects the kneecap (the patella) to the shinbone. Patellar tendonitis occurs when the patellar tendon becomes inflamed and irritated. This problem is most often seen in athletes who do repetitive jumping the reason patellar tendonitis is often called "jumper's knee." Patellar tendonitis is most often seen in participants of sports such as basketball and volleyball, although it can also be seen in runners and other types of athletes.