Insights into Patella Dislocation and Patellar Subluxation | Dr. Chirag Patel

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Patella Dislocation and Patellar Subluxation

• Patella dislocation and patellar subluxation are
  knee cap conditions where the knee cap suffers
  displacement from its regular position.
• While both are knee cap problems, they differ in
  intensity and the frequency of dislocations.
• The causes for each condition vary, as do the
  symptoms and treatment options.
• In this blog, with insights from a top knee
  replacement surgeon and the best sports doctor in
  Mumbai, Dr. Chirag Patel, let us understand the
  differences and improve awareness about these
  conditions.
• For better understanding, let us have a direct
  comparison between these two conditions

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Patella Dislocation and Patellar Subluxation
Patella Dislocation vs Patellar Subluxation What
are they?

• The patella, also known as the knee cap, is a
  small triangular bone at the front of the knee
  joint.
• It acts as a frontal cover for the knee, aiding
  in the smooth functioning of the knee joint,
  providing stability, optimizing muscle function,
  and preventing excessive wear and tear of the
  underlying knee structures.
• In rare cases, the patella may temporarily or
  immediately dislocate from its intended position.

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Patella Dislocation and Patellar Subluxation
Patella Dislocation Patellar dislocation occurs
when the knee cap is forcefully pushed out of its
intended position due to a sudden traumatic
event, such as a direct blow to the knee, a
sudden change in direction during knee movements,
or an excessive and forceful contraction of the
quadriceps.
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Patella Dislocation and Patellar Subluxation

• Patellar Subluxation
• Patellar subluxation is a temporary and partial
  displacement of the kneecap.
• Unlike dislocation, in subluxation cases, the
  knee cap returns to its normal position after a
  temporary dislocation, which can be a recurrent
  event.
• Subluxations sometimes occur without any
  apparent reason, where the knee cap repeatedly
  shifts out of place partially.

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Patella Dislocation and Patellar Subluxation

• Patella Dislocation vs Patellar Subluxation
  Causes Symptoms
• Patellar dislocation mainly occurs due to direct
  trauma experienced by the patella.
• Excessive and sudden movements and muscular
  imbalances can also increase the risk of it
  happening.
• On the other hand, patellar subluxation is more
  triggered by anatomical issues, repetitive
  stress, knee overuse, and muscular weakness,
  indicating non-traumatic events.
• Immediate and severe pain accompanied by swelling
  and bruising around the knee is the common
  symptom of patellar dislocation.
• The instability of straightening or bending of
  the knee, visible deformity, and weakness in the
  knee are other common symptoms of this condition.
• As for patellar subluxation, the feeling of the
  knee giving away, pain, tenderness, swelling, and
  limited range of motion are other common symptoms
  recurrent with patellar subluxations.

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Patella Dislocation and Patellar Subluxation

• Patella Dislocation vs Patellar Subluxation
  Treatment Options
• The treatment approaches for patella dislocation
  and patellar subluxation differ based on the
  nature, severity, and pain level associated with
  the dislocated kneecap.
• Treatment for patellar dislocation involves
  immediate care for the relocated patella. This
  includes the RICE protocol, immobilization, and
  carefully selected rehabilitation exercises.
• In severe and recurrent cases, surgery may also
  be considered to treat patellar dislocations,
  says the best knee replacement surgeon in Mumbai,
  Dr. Chirag Patel.

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Patella Dislocation and Patellar Subluxation

• As for patellar subluxations, the treatment often
  begins with conservative measures such as rest,
  braces, and physical therapy that address muscle
  imbalances and weaknesses. Activity modification
  and orthotic devices may further improve the
  condition and reduce the risk of subluxations.
• In cases that are unresponsive to conservative
  approaches, surgery may be used to correct
  underlying anatomical defects and reduce the risk
  of subluxation.
• In addition to these treatment approaches, pain
  management and rehabilitation play a vital role
  in treating and recovering from these knee
  conditions.
• . If you are in Mumbai and are looking for
  treatment for patellar subluxation and patellar
  dislocation, Dr. Chirag Patel is the best knee
  specialist in Mumbai, with an excellent track
  record in treating these knee cap problems with
  both conservative and surgical approaches. You
  can contact him.

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