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How To Diagnose Quadricep Tendonitis?

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Posted on Wed, 24 Sep 2014
Question: Last time I inquired about my knee when going up and down stairs, especially on my right leg which has limited mobility because of childhood posterior tibial transfer, overweight, and its effects on my gait. Now I am wondering if in fact this is quadricep tendonitis instead of arthritis. If so, which tests distinguish between them, and what therapy would help? I don't usually feel any discomfort when walking, except for the stairs, and an incline. Thanks.
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (5 days later)
Brief Answer:
MRI knee will help to distinguish between two

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have studied your case.

MRI knee will help to distinguish between two.
Also nuclear scan will spot the hot area where disease is going on.

Quadriceps tendinitis can be managed conservatively with physiotherapy with USG and TENS or matrix therapy.

Sometimes steroid shot or laser therapy may help.
Arthroscopic shaving may give results if no recovery by conservative treatment.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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How To Diagnose Quadricep Tendonitis?

Brief Answer: MRI knee will help to distinguish between two Detailed Answer: Hello, I have studied your case. MRI knee will help to distinguish between two. Also nuclear scan will spot the hot area where disease is going on. Quadriceps tendinitis can be managed conservatively with physiotherapy with USG and TENS or matrix therapy. Sometimes steroid shot or laser therapy may help. Arthroscopic shaving may give results if no recovery by conservative treatment. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.