Hypertrophy of Infrapatellar Fat Pad

Definition:
Enlargement of fat pad in the knee
Symptoms:
  • Sharp knee pain when leg is extended
  • Pain in the anterior knee
  • Stiffness in the knee
Causes:
  • Direct blow
  • Chronic inflammation
Treatment:
  • ROM and stretching exercises
  • Knee stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening