Currently, there are many surgical options for patellar dislocation. The purpose of this study is to perform a network meta-analysis of the randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and cohort studies …

Dec 3, 2024 · Surgery is not always necessary for a first-time patellar dislocation. But in the case of chronic patellar instability, surgery can help stabilize the knee and prevent future dislocations.

Jan 30, 2025 · As a traumatic injury, knee dislocation can damage arteries and nerves, sometimes severely enough to require amputation. Most cases require surgery to repair the …

If there’s significant damage to the bone or cartilage and tendons of your knee, or you’ve had more than one dislocation, your provider may recommend surgery to repair it.

Surgeries below the patella include cutting the leg bone at the tibial tubercle and moving it inward, which helps the quadri-ceps mechanism pull in a straight line, reducing the angle and …

The kneecap (patella) is normally positioned over the front of the knee joint at the base of the thigh bone. A kneecap can be dislocated, or moved out of its normal position, when the inner …

Most of the time, a first-time kneecap dislocation can be treated using conservative, nonsurgical treatment methods. Depending on the severity of your injury, how many times your kneecap …

Sep 5, 2025 · In the absence of significant osteochondral damage, conservative treatment is typically recommended for acute LPD. However, the high recurrence rate and functional …

Surgery is necessary if a piece of bone or cartilage is dislodged, as these loose bodies can lead to pain and discomfort if left untreated. In cases not requiring surgery, the knee is typically …