
Q Are there any behaviors in daily life other than exercise that worsen patellar tendinitis? Should I also avoid stairs or squatting?
A Climbing stairs, squatting for long periods, walking on ramps, and standing for extended periods all place repetitive strain on the patellar tendon. Pain is particularly severe when descending downhill or stairs due to the concentration of eccentric loads. It is important to reduce these movements during the acute phase and, after recovery, to gradually return to rehabilitation exercises that progressively increase the load.
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