Knee Cap Dislocation
Alternate Names : Dislocation - Knee Cap, Patellar Dislocation or Instability
Definition
A dislocated knee cap is when the triangular bone covering the knee (patella) moves or slides out of place. The displacement usually occurs toward the outside of the leg. See dislocation.
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Overview & Considerations
The doctor will conduct a physical examination, which could provide a visual confirmation of the dislocated knee cap. In addition, touching the knee cap during the examination would confirm that it moves abnormally.
A knee X-ray may be performed, confirming dislocation.
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