Quantifying Patellar Tendon Microstructure Using Diffusion Tensor Imaging
The goal of this observational study is to understand how diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) relates to other traditional measures and knee function. The main question it aims to answer is: Will regions of known patellar tendon pathology present with smaller DTI scalar parameters, shorter fiber length, and lower fiber density compared to the contralateral tendon and healthy regions in the ipsilateral tendon. Participants will: * undergo MRI and ultrasound imaging * perform knee function test * complete questionnaires
• Age 18 or older
• Have patellar tendon injury as confirmed through subjective report, clinical examination, and ultrasound by an experienced physical therapist
• Patellar tendinopathy group must present with current symptoms of patellar tendinopathy
• Control group must have no history of patellar tendon injury