title: Editorial Commentary: Arthroscopy Is Preferred Over Open Surgery for Patellar Tendonitis.
abstract: Jumper's knee is generally managed without surgery, but for patellar distal pole or midsubstance tendonitis (or tendinosis), if surgery is indicated, arthroscopic surgery is as effective as open, with faster return to play.
authors.forename: James H
authors.initials: JH
authors.lastname: Lubowitz
mesh_terms: D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D017847:Patellar Ligament / Q000601:surgery*; D052256:Tendinopathy / Q000601:surgery*