Dislocation or Subluxation of Patella

Definition:
An incomplete luxation or displacement of the patella; although a relationship is altered, contact between joint surfaces remains.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the knee
  • Swelling in the knee
  • Loss of ROM in the knee
  • Weakness in the affected leg
Causes
  • Direct blow
  • Sudden twist of the leg
  • Slip and fall
Treatment
  • Period of immobilization
  • Progress to ROM and stretching exercises
  • Core stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening exercises
Dislocation or Subluxation of Patella Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Post Surgical Ice Protocol
  • Heel Slides
  • Patella Mobilization
  • Vmo Sets 30 60 90
  • Passive Knee Extension
  • Sit Up Squat
  • Weight Shifts
  • Step Throughs
  • Stationary Bike

Dislocation or Subluxation of Patella Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Step Downs
  • Backwards Step Ups
  • Single Leg Bridge
  • Straight Leg Bridge
  • Kettle Bell Swings
  • Stairmaster X 20 Minutes

Dislocation or Subluxation of Patella Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Lunge Matrix
  • Speed Skaters
  • Single Leg Sit Up Squat
  • 3-dot Squat 2 Hands
  • Single Leg Lateral Box Jump
  • Single Leg Hop On Dina Disc
  • Single Leg Tuck Jump