Knee Dislocation 2

Knee dislocation Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Ghani Orthopaedic surgeon Afif general hospital

Knee Dislocation Overview ,[object Object],The bones of the calf ( the tibia and fibula ) get moved compared to the bone of the thigh ( femur ). The bones of the knee are held together by strong bands of tissue, called ligaments . For a knee dislocation to happen, these bands have to tear.

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Knee Dislocation Symptoms: ,[object Object],Sometimes, there will be no feeling below the knee. knee relocates, it will become swollen. You may not be able to feel a pulse in the foot.

Knee dislocation evaluation: ,[object Object],Physical Examination The initial evaluation of an injured knee includes an examination for loss of skin integrity and knee deformities that could be evidence of fractures or patellar or tibiofemoral dislocations. Special tests: For each ligament.

Knee dislocation evaluation: (con.) ,[object Object],X - rays. An arteriogram. Examination of nerves.

Knee Dislocation Treatment: ,[object Object],Immobilization : To keep further injury from happening and to help with the beginning of healing, the entire knee joint will be kept in a splint or immobilizer. Referral:

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