Few studies have reported on return to activities after repair. Kelly et al [4] reported ... knee within the first 2 weeks after surgery. As the patellar tendon attaches from the inferior patellar ...

These tears are differentiated from a complete patellar tendon tear, in which the entire tendon is ruptured and requires surgical repair ... an extended duration, surgery may be considered.

It turned out he has a luxating patella — basically a trick ... had better long-term outcomes if they got a surgical repair. This knee surgery can cost anywhere from $2,500 to upward of $ ...