What is a dislocated knee?

Dislocked knee refers to the knee in which the bones are relocated. If this happens, the bones will not connect correctly. Sometimes a dislocated knee may occur when torn ties to their knees. The ligaments are strong, hard tissue strips that connect the bones together. Typical ways of a dislocated knee can occur, the knees are strongly affected; Hyper expanding leg, where it would straighten around normal position; and twisting the body where the body moves while the legs remain in place. Usually, a dislocated knee can be diagnosed with physical examination. The doctor usually asks the patient about his symptoms and how he injured his knee. After physical evaluation, the patient will generally have X -rays to evaluate the injury and determine if there are any broken bones. By checking this pulse, the physician may be able to determine whether the knee damage caused blood vessels. MRI can also be recommended to get betterThe view of the damaged knee structure. Normally it will be necessary to treat the dislocated knee immediately. By rapid treatment of the knee injury, permanent damage to the blood vessels and nerves can be prevented.

Sometimes the doctor may try to put his knee back to his normal position manually. Manipulation with a damaged knee back to its correct position is often easier if it is carried out soon after injury. Usually, if the patient does not receive immediate medical care after his dislocated knee injury, the doctor may administer an anesthetic before moving the knee back to the place to help prevent muscle convulsions and pain. After the knee of the support was placed back to its normal position, the knee plate may be worn for knee immobilization for several weeks.

It is often recommended depending on the severity of the knee injury, the range of movement exercises or the physical therapy regime. Exercise is important after dislocation of the knee to makeprevented the loss of force in the leg. An emergency surgery may sometimes be required to treat this type of injury. The patient may need a knee surgery, if the artery is injured at the back of the knee or if the skin is at risk, it reveals the bone.