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A 41-year-old male presents with knee pain after playing basketball in his driveway with his teenage son. He reports that he had sudden pain and heard a “pop” as he landed after jumping. He is unable to fully extend his leg.

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Patellar tendon rupture
A 41-Year-Old with Knee Pain After Playing Basketball
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