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Knee dislocations can involve the patellofemoral and/or the tibiofemoral articulations. The patellofemoral dislocation is less morbid than the tibiofemoral and can be more subtle in nature. The tibiofemoral dislocation is a devastating injury and often leads to permanent disabilities with possible associated neurovascular complications. Management and treatment require prompt evaluation and diagnosis. Rehabilitation is a critical part of the post injury protocols and extends for many months after the initial treatment.
Knee fractures can present with multiple patterns of injury to the patellofemoral and tibiofemoral joints. It is important to know the anatomy, function of structures affected, common clinical presentation, risk factors, and physical examination when evaluating for a knee articular injury. Management and treatment will differ depending on the type/severity of injury, patient’s goal functional status, age, comorbidities, and timing after injury. Rehabilitation will always be a big part of the treatment program regardless of treatment type (nonoperative or operative).
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Hoo, J.S., D’Onofrio, G., Figueroa, G. (2022). Knee Dislocations and Fractures. In: Mostoufi, S.A., George, T.K., Tria Jr., A.J. (eds) Clinical Guide to Musculoskeletal Medicine. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-92042-5_45
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