4 factors that contribute to the kneecap dislocation
4 factors that contribute to the kneecap dislocation
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Kneecap is a bone in the front part of the knee joint, also is known as the patella. Many young athletes have dislocation accidents followed by pain, swelling, and significant functional limitations. My friend's 18 years old son, Tom, has been diagnosed with Patellar Femoral (PF) joint dislocation. As a bike-riding lover, Tom was sad to be told by his PCP to stop the biking for 3 weeks after the accident. He had X-ray done and was suggested to go to see an Orthopedic surgeon for suggestions and see an experienced PT for quadriceps training. Tom's mother asked me this question, "Why and how to deal with the kneecap dislocation?"
So today I will share with your the 4 factors that contribute to the kneecap dislocation.
1. The shape of the distal femur bone. There is a groove in the distal femur bone that accepts the kneecap while the joint is moving into flexion or extension. When the shape of the groove is too shallow or one side of the groove is not well developed, it is very easy for the kneecap to pop outside of the groove.
2. The weakness of the distal quadriceps muscle. The kneecap was supported externally by distal quadriceps muscle. Without the protection of the muscle, the surrounded soft tissues will be pulled and eventually cannot hold the bone in the right position anymore.
3. Wrong alignment of the legs. When the hip internal rotators are too tight and/or the foot is pronated, the knee will end up with increased valgus. Medial side of the knee will be stretched and the kneecap will be pulled toward lateral side.
4. Wrong dynamic control of the knee with landing after jumping. A habit of too much inward shifting of the knee with landing was very common for young athletes especially the female athletes.
Now we know the kneecap dislocation is related to the above 4 factors. How to prevent it then?
My recommendation will be:
1. Work on the distal quads muscles
2. Pay attention to the alignment of the leg with workouts and other activities
3. Motor control training to improve the landing technique
4. Get an X-ray of Axilla View of the knee, talk to your PCP or Orthopedics.
Well, here you have it. The 4 factors related to the kneecap dislocation and treatment strategy.
For more information and ask your questions by visits www.PTcares.com.
*Disclaimer:*The information contained herein is compiled from a variety of sources for educational purpose. It may not be complete or timely. It does not cover all diseases, physical conditions, ailments or treatments. The information should NOT be used in place of visit with your healthcare provider, nor should you disregard the advice of your healthcare provider because of any information you read on this topic. For more info or service of physical therapy in Albuquerque, please visit www.PTcares.com.
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So today I will share with your the 4 factors that contribute to the kneecap dislocation.
1. The shape of the distal femur bone. There is a groove in the distal femur bone that accepts the kneecap while the joint is moving into flexion or extension. When the shape of the groove is too shallow or one side of the groove is not well developed, it is very easy for the kneecap to pop outside of the groove.
2. The weakness of the distal quadriceps muscle. The kneecap was supported externally by distal quadriceps muscle. Without the protection of the muscle, the surrounded soft tissues will be pulled and eventually cannot hold the bone in the right position anymore.
3. Wrong alignment of the legs. When the hip internal rotators are too tight and/or the foot is pronated, the knee will end up with increased valgus. Medial side of the knee will be stretched and the kneecap will be pulled toward lateral side.
4. Wrong dynamic control of the knee with landing after jumping. A habit of too much inward shifting of the knee with landing was very common for young athletes especially the female athletes.
Now we know the kneecap dislocation is related to the above 4 factors. How to prevent it then?
My recommendation will be:
1. Work on the distal quads muscles
2. Pay attention to the alignment of the leg with workouts and other activities
3. Motor control training to improve the landing technique
4. Get an X-ray of Axilla View of the knee, talk to your PCP or Orthopedics.
Well, here you have it. The 4 factors related to the kneecap dislocation and treatment strategy.
For more information and ask your questions by visits www.PTcares.com.
*Disclaimer:*The information contained herein is compiled from a variety of sources for educational purpose. It may not be complete or timely. It does not cover all diseases, physical conditions, ailments or treatments. The information should NOT be used in place of visit with your healthcare provider, nor should you disregard the advice of your healthcare provider because of any information you read on this topic. For more info or service of physical therapy in Albuquerque, please visit www.PTcares.com.
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