Symptoms, Treatment, Surgery, and Recovery for a Dislocated Knee

 What Should You Do If Your Knee Is Dislocated?

What Is a Dislocated Knee?

Symptoms, Treatment, Surgery, and Recovery for a Dislocated Knee

When the bones that make up the knee dislocate, it's known as a knee dislocation. A knee dislocation occurs when the bones of the leg (the tibia and fibula) are misaligned with the bone of the thigh (the femur) (femur). Ligaments, which are strong bands of tissue, hold the bones of the knee together. Each ligament is in charge of keeping the knee in a specific position stable.

• These ligaments must rip in order for a knee dislocation to occur.

• A subluxation is the medical term for a partial dislocation.

• The patella (kneecap) and its ligaments are also damaged in some injuries.

A leg can be lost if a knee dislocation is not treated properly or is treated too late.

What Symptoms and Signs Do You Have If Your Knee Is Dislocated?

• A displaced knee will always result in acute knee discomfort.

• The knee will appear to be distorted.

• There may be no sensation below the knee at times.

• The knee will get bloated from the fluid in the knee and uncomfortable to move if it relocates.

• Loss of a pulse below the knee, as well as loss of feeling or movement below the knee, are very significant signs.
  

Dislocation of the Knee: What Causes It?

Knee dislocations are quite uncommon. They normally only occur after substantial trauma, such as falls, vehicle accidents, or other high-speed traumas. The knee will appear misshapen if it is displaced. The leg's normal straight line will be curved or angulated. Knee dislocations can sometimes self-relocate (return to their original position). The knee will be swollen and uncomfortable in this instance. Even if the knee moves, there is frequently severe ligament injury (tearing).

When Should You See a Doctor If Your Knee Is Dislocated?

If a dislocated knee is suspected, serious ligament damage is almost always present. Go to the emergency room of the nearest hospital. Seek help for the following reasons:

• After a catastrophic injury, you may experience excruciating pain or swelling (such as a car crash)

• Knee malformation that is visible

• Numbness in the soles of the feet

• There are no pulses in the foot.

For immediate medical attention for a dislocated knee, go to the hospital's emergency room.

What Are the Symptoms of a Discloated Knee?

The doctor will assess the damage for correct diagnosis in the following methods, depending on how the knee appears:

• X-rays: X-rays will be conducted to ensure that the bone is free of cracks.

• Pulse examination: Atherosclerosis of the knee arteries is a common complication of this injury. The doctor will examine the foot to see whether there are any pulses.

• Arteriogram (X-ray of the artery): This X-ray may be required to detect arterial damage. Special ultrasonography or Doppler (sound wave) devices may be used in some medical institutes to monitor blood flow in the arteries.

• Nerve examination: Because nerves pass through the knee, it's possible that they've been damaged. Nerves are mostly examined for their ability to feel touch and move specific muscle groups. The ability to move the foot up and down, as well as turn the foot inside (inversion) and outside (eversion), are crucial muscle actions to assess. Any numbness should be taken seriously as a sign of nerve damage.

What Can You Do About Dislocated Knee Pain and Swelling?

This is not an injury that should be treated at home. It is preferable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Applying ice to the wounded area might aid with pain management and edema reduction. The most crucial treatment, however, is for a doctor to diagnose the injury and relocate or reposition the knee.

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source : emedicinehealth