Patella Dislocation/Subluxation
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Definition:
When there is a severe force against the kneecap, the patella can slide to the side of the knee joint and depending on how far the patella moves away to from its normal position, sometimes the patella will move back in place by itself. Otherwise, a doctor will have to move it back into place for you. As a result of this injury, the ligaments and tendons around the kneecap are torn or stretched. It will take about 4-6 weeks for these tissues to heal. Therefore, the knee must be protected during this time to prevent another injury.
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 exercise
- Lower extremity strengthening exercise
- Stabilization exercises
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