Rarchib
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So to make a long story short, I've had Patellar Tendonitis for the past 8 years. Originally, I was told that the Tendonitis was due to excessive strain on the tendon at a young age due to year-round basketball. Perhaps this was the cause at the time, however, I recently had my knees checked and was told that the Tendonitis was actually due to the dominance of my Vastus Lateralis muscle over my Vastus Medialis muscle, causing the tendon to track over the knee cap laterally. The doctor recommended that I completely allow the Vastus Lateralis to diminish, meaning that I no longer work my quadriceps as a group anymore. I was also told to work on isolating the Vastus Medialis with certain exercises. I have been doing 1/4th movements with squats and leg presses, along with weighted step-downs and some adductor work as well. I am wondering if anyone has been in or is currently in a similar situation and could offer any advice? I would also greatly appreciate any exercise recommendations or any other information as well. Thanks.