prickly pear, prickly pear cactus(noun) cacti having spiny flat joints and oval fruit that is edible in some species; often used as food for stock. Synonyms: prickly pear, prickly pear cactus. prickly pear(noun) round or pear-shaped spiny fruit of any of various prickly pear cacti.
The quadriceps and patellar tendons can be stretched and torn. Although anyone can injure these tendons, tears are more common among middle-aged people who play running or jumping sports. Falls, direct force to the front of the knee, and landing awkwardly from a jump are common causes of knee tendon injuries.
Updated December 01, 2016. The patellar tendon connects the kneecap (the patella) to the shinbone. This is part of the 'extensor mechanism' of the knee, and together with the kneecap, quadriceps tendon, and the quadriceps muscle, these structures allow your knee to straighten, and provide strength for a kicking motion. The patellar tendon, like other tendons, is made of tough, fibrous bands of tissue.