Understanding the Condition
Patellofemoral Syndrome, also known as Jumper’s Knee, is a common condition involving pain at the front of the knee, often linked to irritation or overload of the patellar tendon. It is prevalent among runners, jumpers, and people who do repetitive squatting, stair climbing, or kneeling.
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Mechanism of Injury (MOI)
Jumper’s Knee typically develops from repetitive stress or overuse of the quadriceps and patellar tendon. High-impact activities like basketball, volleyball, or hiking with steep elevation can strain the tendon. It may also arise from muscle imbalances, poor movement mechanics, or sudden changes in activity level.
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Common Symptoms

• Pain and tenderness just below the kneecap (patella)

• Discomfort during or after jumping, squatting, or stair climbing

• Swelling or warmth around the tendon

• Stiffness in the morning or after sitting

• Pain that worsens with increased activity

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Clinical Insight
Clinically, patellar tendinopathy often presents with:

• Localized pain at the inferior pole of the patella

• Pain with resisted knee extension

• Tenderness on palpation of the patellar tendon

• Positive single-leg squat or decline step test

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How We Treat It
At Gulf Islands Chiropractic, we offer a multi-modal, evidence-based approach to treating Jumper’s Knee. Treatment may include:

• Shockwave Therapy to stimulate healing in the patellar tendon

• Active Release to address quadriceps and IT band tension

• Cupping Therapy to improve circulation around the knee

• TENS/EMS for pain modulation and muscle re-education

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Our Neuro-Release Therapy™ approach allows us to address both tendon irritation and the surrounding biomechanical factors for more lasting results.
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Why Choose Local, Integrated Care
You don’t need to leave Salt Spring Island to access modern, effective care for knee pain. Our integrated model combines chiropractic, soft tissue therapies, and neurological re-patterning — so you can return to the activities you love, pain-free.