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I have nagging patellar tendonitis and physical therapy didn't work, what are my next steps?

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Several choices: You have several choices: taping, anti inflamnatory medications, injection. In some rare cases surgery if all else fails. One of the most important treatments is time and rest. It is important that you give it a chance to heal by avoiding activities which irritate the tendon.

Dr Burns agreed

Answered 12/14/2014

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