Mar 4, 2025 · Dislocation tends to move the patella bone in the lateral direction, away from the body. Patellar dislocation is a relatively uncommon knee injury. Only accounting for approximately 2–3% of …

Lower limb injury Contents Achilles tendon rupture Anterior cruciate ligament injury Iliotibial band syndrome Patellar tendon rupture Patellofemoral pain syndrome Sprained ankle Unhappy triad

Mar 4, 2025 · Diagnosis of chondromalacia patellae begins with a thorough history of present illness, review of symptoms, and a medical history that elicits a prior history of knee infection, injury, or …

If trauma is present, think fracture, dislocation, or labral tear. Patients with fractures or dislocations are likely older and may have osteoporosis. Physical exam reveals an inability to walk on the affected …

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Sciatica Achilles tendon rupture Anterior cruciate ligament injury Meniscus tear Patellar tendon rupture Slipped capital femoral epiphysis Sprained ankle Unhappy triad Carpal tunnel syndrome Erb …

Patellar grind test With the patient supine and the knee flexed to 10–20º, grasp the distal thigh and proximal patella, apply anterior to posterior pressure on the patella, and instruct the patient to …

Mar 4, 2025 · Quadriceps tendonitis, also known as “jumper’s knee,” is a musculoskeletal condition characterized by inflammation of the quadriceps tendon. The quadriceps tendon connects the …

Key Takeaways A dislocated shoulder is a condition in which the head of the humerus is displaced out of its socket located on the scapula called the glenoid fossa. This can happen due to a fall, a direct …

The medial and lateral vasti muscles also attach independently to the patella and form aponeuroses called the medial and lateral patellar retinacula. The retinacula reinforce the joint capsule of the knee …