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The Role of MR Diagnosed Bilateral Patellar Tendinopathy on Pain and Quality of Life in Elite Athletes

Authors
Jessica AsayAndrew SchmidtGarry Gold
Journal
Proceedings on CD-ROM - International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine. Scientific Meeting and Exhibition/Proceedings of the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, Scientific Meeting and Exhibition
Published
November 26, 2024

Abstract

Motivation: Patellar tendinopathy (PT) is a common athletic overuse injury affecting either or both knees that can lead to pain and early sport retirement. However, athlete reported differences between bilateral and unilateral PT remains unknown. Goal(s): We tested the hypothesis that athletes with MRI signs of bilateral PT have more self-reported knee problems compared to athletes with no or unilateral PT. Approach: 53 pre-season elite college athletes were bilaterally imaged and completed knee surveys. Statistical tests were conducted to determine differences between no, unilateral, or bilateral PT. Results: Significant differences in pain and quality of life in athletes with bilateral PT exist. Impact: Elite athletes with bilateral patellar tendinopathy (PT) have more pain and a reduced quality of life, problems that may keep athletes from optimal sport performance. MR may help identify at-risk athletes for preventive care, potentially keeping athletes from further injury.

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DOI

10.58530/2024/1699

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