Patellar (Knee Cap) Dislocation: What You Need To Know. Surgery??

[@bernamdc]

I dislocated the patella 9 times and I have more or less GOOD news. After the 6th dislocation, with 17 years old, I got a surgery (lateral release + MPFL repair). I was well for 5 years, until it happened again... I visited over 10 different orthopedists and 5 physiotherapists during all these years, and started researching a LOT on this topic myself, so I started having my own opinions on the subject. Some of these doctors proposed me now bone realignment surgery (TTO), others proposed a MPFL reconstruction, others proposed both, and interestingly three other doctors now here in Norway proposed me to not do any more surgeries. Some physiotherapists recommended to work with my VMO and leg muscles, some recommended to work with my feet muscles (to avoid pronation), some recommended to work more with my glutes since it is the strongest muscle contributing to your leg posture, and some with my balance and proprioception. I made a decision. To dedicate myself to all these exercises. Attention, depending on your own condition (presence of osteoarthritis and a few other factors), these exercises might or not be suitable to you: Cycling, elliptical training, rowing and running (less recommended if you have osteoarthritis or weak unbalanced muscles overall) Leg extension exercises on the last 45 degrees while squeezing something between your knees; Lunges on balance pads; One leg stands / mini squats on balance pads while challenging your balance; Hip thrusters; One leg raises with the other leg balancing on top of an exercise ball; Banded clams; Training your reflexes to pull the VMO faster than the outer muscles; Proprioception: Constant awareness of the posture of your legs. It is extremely important to understand what dangerous knee / leg positions put you at risk of dislocation. Avoid them the best you can, all the time, especially during risky activities. Keep a healthy weight: This helps in more ways than you might imagine, both mechanical and biochemical. Stretching exercises. Think about the activities/sports you practice. Look at how risky that activity is for your knee compared to the happiness it gives you. Consider reducing the ones with higher risk/happiness ratios. After moderately dedicating myself to most of these recommendations (not really sure which contributed the most), I went from frequent dislocations (just some months apart), to only 1 dislocation in the last 6 years, while still doing several risky activities. I encourage all to pursue a non-surgical path, with all your dedication and constant search for new information, before considering surgery. Medicine is advancing fast and new studies and methods are being developed every moment. I recommend searching “patellar dislocation” on PubMed: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ , and finding a world of research in this topic. There are many difficult words but with time, you will understand most of it. Medicine is definitely not an exact science so always read several studies, and consult several doctors and physiotherapists, because their conclusions and opinions differ a LOT. Enjoy life and sports, and commit yourselves!

[@shaohuali3609]

Thanks a lot! Very helpful information and experiences sharing.

[@shaohuali3609]

Hi! I also have patellar lateralization and dislocation. I took some physical therapy but I haven't taken any surgery. I think my problem comes from flat foot or pronation of the foot, which results in knee buckling and patellar lateralization. Do you also have a similar case? Now I have to wear the orthopedic insole to prevent foot pronation.

[@pattasu_dhan_pesum]

thank you for the explanation

[@fraserallison29]

Thanks for your exclamation, just wondering I’m 16 and have dislocated my patella 3 times and I’m really good at football (soccer) what do you recommend I do to prevent this again

[@JocieFire]

Thorough and helpful information, thank you!!!

[@whitneyhurst6351]

I dislocated my knee a few months ago, I saw a physical therapist and an orthopedic surgeon. thought i’d share what many comments are asking about... when your kneecap dislocates it always tears a ligament in the inside of your knee that holds the kneecap in. so after one dislocation you are almost definitely going to dislocate it again. physical therapy strengthens muscles that help support the knee so it’s less likely to dislocate again

[@hannaheunice323]

Whitney Hurst I'm scared now. I dislocated my kneecap from dancing two weeks ago and I'm still recovering. I hope I won't experience it again.

[@janhiness]

That’s true. This is why it is so important to strengthen the muscles surrounding the knee and doing pt.

[@kimyeontanomma]

@@hannaheunice323 same! Did it whilst dancing and it's been over 11 weeks now and still feels loose and wobbly.

[@angelssingh6100]

My knee dislocated often, it's so painful and scary 😭

[@KellyNeddo]

@@hannaheunice323 curious if you ever regained stability in the kneecap you dislocated? I am here five years later wondering if I should start the show up again and go see a new ortho. building the muscle was trying. I severed my mpfl from the bone but it was too weak for surgery in 2015. it's 2020 and nothing has become any easier :( hugs to you!

[@tromsoboy100]

dont forget. getting the kneecap dislocated is VERY painful

[@patatochip8967]

Just got one today...and i was just walking when that happen

[@Mbrun678]

Ikr

[@seanschilling]

It happened to me for the first time really today and I felt like I was going to pass out. Hopefully it doesn't happen again

[@hannaheunice323]

Mega Mariner yeah, I dislocated my knee like 2 weeks ago and I'm still struggling to walk normally without feeling pain, especially when I'm climbing the stairs.

[@hannaheunice323]

Mega Mariner my kneecap, I mean

[@bane3991]

By far the most painful thing I ever experienced. I didn't know pain could be that bad. I have vivid memories each time I did it. The first time was by far the worst. Each time after it's easier to dislocate but quicker to recover from. So painful. Beyond words. Agonizing.

[@trevonsmall2308]

Did yours pop??

[@bane3991]

@trevonsmall2308 No, mine did not pop. If it popped that means there was probably something else that happened.

[@AyemJayBee]

I often dislocate my kneecap when im sleeping...the pain instantly wakes me up and then end up spending 5 or so minutes trying to pop it right back in. The pain is immense!!!

[@theflyingpenguin2163]

You guys pop it back in! When I dislocate my knee cap I call for help cause I CANNOT bear the pain!

[@user-nd2dc9dk1m]

How do you pop it back in

[@gcdabarber2406]

@@theflyingpenguin2163 I Dislocated my knee cap about month and half ago i landed wrong while jumping but mine when right back in place.

[@georgia_4029]

@@user-nd2dc9dk1m your meant to do a weird kicking thing but my knee often pops out and I always just push it back in with my hands

[@bkandy7165]

I wear a brace at night for this exact reason

[@cwiggles]

I just dislocated my patella a few days ago and I am recovering. I can confirm, it is VERY painful!!! X-rays showed I have a patella alta. But these guys showed exactly how I felt mine come out!

[@jackwinter1507]

I did it the exact same way skiing, only dislocated it once but after physical therapy not helping and still being very unstable I have since had my mpfl reconstructed. Big reason for me is I have ehlers-danlos syndrome and my joints are extremely prone to dislocation.

[@paigewhite8246]

I now have patella alta too :( have you dislocated it anymore?

[@jadorek3091]

Just dislocated my knee cap lucky meee

[@Azaleah333]

Same here thou😭✌🏼

[@googlemebois7645]

Grun3bby just happen like 1 hour ago fuccckkk

[@czatorski2739]

Same 😂😂 god its so scary

[@Azaleah333]

Omg! I just remembered I left a comment...! So how we all healin?🤣

[@googlemebois7645]

Grun3bby walking normal again but just scared to over due it ,but im gonna wait another month to start exercising.

[@emeraldramos8384]

I fully dislocated my left kneecap and it had to be reduced, the next two years, including this one, I partly dislocated my right kneecap six times. It’s great over here.

[@thecaveman6946]

Literally the best channel for athletes find myself watching your videos and getting the answers I need

[@cheriedavis1257]

I have had dislocating patella's for a LONG time, dislocating at least 20+ times in my life. I am very hypermobile. I'm now 40 years old. My dislocations happen laterally and medially. Most recently I was walking across the street and it went out quite violently. I had a lot of swelling this time. Now it catches when I step wrong. Thanks for all the info Bob and Brad. I'm in school to become a PTA, so I'm also thankful for the info.

[@Nektarios13]

i dislocated my knee 8-9 months ago by playing football and im afraid of the thought of reccurent dislocation

[@sakinalokhandwala9434]

physicaltherapyvideo How to fill a pla

[@iamsueshii8529]

Be prepared. Dislocated my kneecap 3 times and now I'm having surgery

[@TheTAEclub]

@@iamsueshii8529 i just did it the third time but the 2nd wasn't serious how were yours?

[@iamsueshii8529]

@@TheTAEclub my kneecap dislocates but pops itself back into place. There's two tendons that hold your kneecap into place and we believe one or both of the tendons are torn, but we don't know which one. So the doctor will go in and repair the tendon, then if they have to they'll place a hamstring cuff on my kneecap.

[@trapboi1111]

iamsueshii omg thank you Bc Ive recently dislocated my knee cap the second time and oof my knee cap does go back into place. But im afraid dislocating my knee cap a third time. I though I was the only one. Thank you once again for you’re story

[@mariabargado711]

i dislocated my knee cap 3 times in the last year , november last year , september this year and then yesterday... i’m scared they’re telling me to have surgery just to make money i’m only 15

[@georgia_4029]

My knee dislocates often (every 2 or so weeks it’ll happen) and it’s been happening for around 2 years now. I never thought anything of it until it happened one day in school and my pe teacher was freaking out and told me to get medical attention, I did and turns out since it’s been going on so long I’m likely gonna need surgery in the future since it’s found the path and will never fix itself

[@cwiggles]

That's terrible!!

[@ladylyonteeth3952]

As you know, when you seek help, they do knee exams... and the tearing of ACL during those exams leave the joint vulnerable to patellar subluxation. Once you have been through all that, you’re not likely to seek help even if it’s needed.

[@michael-pr5ig]

I've dislocated my knee cap 5 times

[@wesleysearcy4826]

Same

[@MrShaheer123456789]

Same 6th time today

[@playboishawn8502]

Same had one today

[@budboyz3876]

michael 99069 I’ve dislocated it 3 times in two weeks

[@michaelosakwe4129]

Wtf. I am not doing sports again. This is grossing me out. Btw I got a patellar dislocation and a tibial fracture from HIGHJUMPING!

[@aaronbinder8504]

Dislocated my kneecap for the first time yesterday I was lucky because it was only partially dislocated so it didn't hurt as much but it was one of the scariest experiences I've ever had I am an avid runner and I was curious about what I can do to make sure this doesn't happen again.

[@cwiggles]

Lucky you :( mine came out all the way a few days ago

[@sbadvi]

i think mine is partial it just happened when I was playing with my brother. any updates? mine popped back in place shortly after and I just felt a little pain and about an hour later I don't feel any pain anymore. Does it heal on its own since it was minor?

[@PallaviBhardwaj-ox3uk]

@@sbadviyou recovered?

[@sbadvi]

@@PallaviBhardwaj-ox3uk yeah seems like it. My knee does pop and crack more than before but its pretty much good now. Doctor was pretty vagues despite trying to get more answers out of him but it seemed like they weren't too concerned.

[@octaviab6923]

Thank you for posting this!! I have patellar tracking disorder and I dislocated my kneecap a lot. I needed surgery to fix the ligaments and stuff. I still have issues with shifting and dislocating. This video was helpful!! You guys are so knowledgeable:)

[@octaviab6923]

My kneecap still isn't in the correct groove, and my orthopedic surgeon is trying to avoid another major surgery!

[@BearWithDani]

+Cassi N. me too. 😭😭😭

[@zacabbott363]

I also have patella tracking disorder I've been scared to do much every since my dislocation still were a brace

[@britneygreiner6473]

I dislocated my knee back in April and they told me at my appointment that my tendon that goes over the patella that holds it in is at an angle and they said if I dislocate it again they will start talking about surgery

[@B-ch6uk]

I dislocated mine just by putting my clothes in the dryer. I will never forget that popping sound. The doctor said I have weak knees. I never heard of this before.

[@mariilapyt4213]

How is your knee??

[@B-ch6uk]

@@mariilapyt4213 It's fine now. It's been a little while so the memory is fading - haha

[@mariilapyt4213]

@@B-ch6uk that’s good! When did you first dislocate it though? Jw because it’s been about 3 months post for me and my knee is still stiff and unable to bend fully but getting stronger. Just wondering bout your recovery time

[@B-ch6uk]

@@mariilapyt4213 I had to wear a knee brace for 6 weeks then about 10 physical therapy visits. Now it feels good 6 months later. The worst part is the fear it will happen again. Good luck to you.

[@PallaviBhardwaj-ox3uk]

@@B-ch6uknow you recovered??

[@t4health527]

Thanks guys, you're the best! Do you have any videos on correcting posture? Kyphosis?

[@CesarinAZ]

Dislocated my Knee cap and partially ruptured my Patellar tendon 5 weeks ago. Still using immobilizer brace, but by week 2 I was able to practically put full weight on my bad leg, but with crutches. Week 6 I will be meeting with my doctor once again and we will see if I can go directly into rehab or if surgery is the better route. I'm shooting for rehab!

[@tushar3674]

Any updates ??

[@CesarinAZ]

@@tushar3674 I am at the gym as I type this doing seated leg curls. Knee is not the same, some limitations but I'm doing very well thanks for the inquiry. Hope for the best for you.

[@tushar3674]

@@CesarinAZ Thanks 😊

[@CesarinAZ]

@@tushar3674 no surgery happened because it was the first time I remember him saying. But surgery might be down the road if my knee starts giving me problems. So far so good.

[@danygeorge7058]

@@CesarinAZ hey what's now

[@jessejoseph7372]

Man i wish I could afford surgery... you guys make it sound so easy!

[@megantholin8705]

I dislocated my patella over a month ago and my knee is still double the size as the other and still feels super unstable even with the brace and physical therapy. I really hope my orthopedist considers surgery when I go in for my recheck because I'm so terrified of it happening again. Worst pain in my life. I'd rather break my foot (which I did in February) 30 times over than dislocate my patella again. 100/10 would not recommend.

[@suziecue3027]

Right

[@cwiggles]

I'm only two weeks into recovery and it is very unstable without a brace. I've been having anxiety that it's still swollen, so thank you for letting me know that that's normal! Did he end up offering surgery? I see my surgeon tomorrow.

[@patriciasalem3606]

Right? When mine dislocated, I remember thinking, "This is why torture works." I would have done anything to make the pain stop. I literally saw stars. Way worse than anything in the childbirth realm.

[@megantholin8705]

@ I had surgery on my “good” knee last year and holy hell is it a difference. I wanna get my “bad” knee done asap but even with insurance I can’t afford it right now 😢

[@panada6636]

Im getting surgery for my knee becasue I dislocated it like 3 to 4 times and the last time I dislocated it, a tiny bone broke off and it’s floating in my knee so there going to do surgery on it on March 2 and I’m so scared

[@supercatforever]

How did it go

[@panada6636]

@@supercatforever it went perfect, I’m walking and I have no pain whatsoever but it only has been 6 week after surgery so I can’t run or do any of those stuff but, I’m not on crutches, the only thing I don’t like is the scar I have, it looks like a earthworm, I hate it but beside that , it amazing

[@suziecue3027]

Oh no

[@ValerieIsGivingBrokeVibes]

I forgot to add; thank you for this video. It's very useful and interesting information! Thank you.

[@kcbluebutterfly2182]

I been watching your videos trying to figure out what is wrong, had to go to the hospital get a mri and it's my patella. Looking at surgery now. And mine goes to the left, cause cartilage damage too, and it's tilted

[@johndoez4354]

I've dislocated my patella twice, I gave up field sports as a consequence and took up cycling. But over time I developed patella overload, down to patella alta, so require surgery. Most people will start with conservative treatment such as physio for the VMO, but that can actually make the condition worse by pulling the kneecap up. It's a complicated joint and you need a knee specialist looking at MRIs and Xrays before deciding whether you need surgery - and importantly what type of surgery.

[@bballplayer375]

I just dislocated mine again, last time was 2010 (basketball). Same knee again today (2018), basketball again. I didn't go see a doctor the first time, just popped it back into place, it was swollen for a few days, but I walked on it. It was perfect after about 3-4 weeks or so. Same thing this time, I just popped it back into place today, albeit it was a bit more difficult to get it back into place today for some reason. It hurts less now (hours after it happened). I even went out for a bit and grabbed some food now and walked up and down the steps a few times already, so I don't know. Not sure if should just chill or not, but I already elevated the knee and put some ice on it, but there's no real significant pain to be honest. FYI, my knee was all the way to the outside (nearly 90 degrees). I have no idea if I'm just lucky, if I deal with pain well, or what it is, but I honestly don't feel like it's a big deal.

[@TheMajic7]

Bob Smith same here.

[@TheTAEclub]

yeah i wish mine was like that but my friend has a similar story to you for him its one day max recovery

[@EstherKrisanti]

same here. have u ever have kneecap dislocation again after that?

[@bballplayer375]

@@EstherKrisanti I stopped playing basketball competitively, so thankfully it hasn't happened again. I've been very careful though, that's probably why. I hope you're ok as well.

[@level99pika59]

@@bballplayer375 hey how have you been, has your knee been dislocated every since 3 years ago? It happened to me for the first time while playing basketball few days ago and I am not going to play bball anymore. Wondering if I can still do squat and deadlift.

[@christopherwinski2775]

I am 36 years old. When I was 16 I dislocated my left patella twice. A year apart during football practice. Whenever I would go back to therapy for it I would last a whole season no problem. Since then I graduated high school and never dislocated it again. I neglected it until now, I am going to the police academy and I am doing some of the exercises that I remember from high school and notice that my knee is starting to hurt. Should I just keep pushing through the pain? Should I be doing more of a basic movement. My left knee is knock kneed more than the right. I would appreciate any information from you? I was thinking getting orthotics again and a better shoe. I need to make it through my 6 months Academy this year.... thank you for taking the time to help

[@Bdyt4]

I dislocated my knee cap and was kept from football for 3 months, it felt abit better but not fully recovered

[@Burntsteak19]

When my knee bends the patellar goes out of my socket but doesn’t hurt it only hurts if it’s a sudden movement

[@ZerryBerrytheSpaceRaccoon]

I dislocated my knee twice. The first time it happened was about 5 years ago when I was in the restroom at school. I think I twisted my leg incorrectly. I sat there for awhile until a teacher heard me screaming. I had to have morphine administered before the doctor could put the knee back in. The second time it happened was recently, and interestly enough, it was the same knee that popped out years ago (the left knee). I was just walking out of the kitchen when it happened (thankfully, my family was there and immediately called 911). My knee was popped back in without morphine. Both times the dislocation happened, it felt like horse stepped on my knee. (×_×)⌒☆ I'm still wearing the knee immobilizer, and the doctor said I might have to get knee surgery to stop it from dislocating. It's still a bit unstable, but it doesn't really hurt that bad. I can still walk around, but with a bit of a limp.

[@thepodcastaboutanimals6587]

Bonnie BunBuns I have floated in the same boat. I dislocated my left twice and had to get surgery. The only difference was it happened at home both times, and the second time it happened I popped it back in myself. Last year I dislocated my right knee. And I think it popped again (I was getting up and I felt painful popping in my knee, it was probably another dislocation). I’m going to the doctor next week. Probably will need surgery. P.S. I would suggest you get surgery even if there is no damage because after dislocating a twice it’s an 85% chance of coming out again and if You dislocated it a third time it’s a 100% chance. Oh and if you really don’t want surgery you can just live with it. It gets to the point where when the knee pops out that it doesn’t hurt so some people just live with it and if their knee comes out they just pop it back in by them self. Not trying to influence your deficiencies, I’m just letting you know what I know.

[@fat-cat-6840]

It was raining today so when I walked into the supermarket the floor was wet so I slipped, my leg bent sideways and dislocated my kneecap. I don’t like causing a scene so I tried to laugh it off but it was so painful I just couldn’t. The pain wasn’t even the worst thing for me, personally. I’m a squeamish person so hearing and feeling my leg pop and then like 6 seconds later pop back into place just made me feel sick. Not gonna sue the supermarket though. They shouldn’t be accountable for me being a dumbass

[@TateH25-o7v]

The floor shouldn’t be wet

[@kaylastubblefield579]

I’ve lived with recurrent patellar subluxations since I was a young child. It’s soooo painful and I have had them in both legs too. Hoping I can get surgery soon

[@stingeraudiobooks8586]

How was the surgery? I have had it 5 times so far. I have a very shallow groove and want to get back to martial arts

[@georgesealy4706]

I have had this happen from time to time. I like to keep active, and I have noticed that it tends to happen in the day or so after I have done a lot of walking or biking. It's a though the surrounding muscle is fatigued and the knee is weak. I rarely have any pain though, and I have just a little swelling after it dislocates. I am going to try the exercises that you have in your videos and see if things improve. I am not a big fan of surgery especially if I don't have any pain or discomfort. But then it sure would nice not to be concerned about it.

[@brettneaves463]

Had a 3 cm femoral fracture chip re-attached 2 and a half months ago and this video was very educational thanks

[@Amandaydios]

Thank you so much for these videos. I got my knee dislocated 3 weeks ago i cant put weight on it yet and it still swolen.

[@welphipeeps9161]

Same

[@welphipeeps9161]

Can u tell me when did u start to walk on it again

[@Amandaydios]

itz_ NaNa i spend a month on crutches and then a month on therapy, i had to learn how to bend it again.

[@Bdyt4]

@@Amandaydios go strong

[@mariilapyt4213]

@@Amandaydios how is it now ? Can you bend it???

[@aussiecoastie72]

I’ve dislocated my right patella four times now… I’ve just had an MRI scan and I need to see a specialist

[@annikaniclasen9025]

I’m a 13 year old soccer player, and i have chondromalacia patella in my right knee. 3 weeks ago, i went to soccer practice, we played a game, i was just about to score with my left leg, and my right leg buckled, and i fell down on my right knee. And I dislocated my knee cap. I cryed because i was in so much pain (i don’t usually cry). It popped back in place, when i stretched my leg, and i couldn’t bend my leg for 5 looong days. I went to the doctor’s office the day after, and he didn’t do a thing, so i’m maybe going to the doctor’s again next week. I only slept for 2 and a half hour that night, because i was in so much pain:/ But i went to soccer practice 9 days later:) and now, i’m wearing a knee brace every day:/

[@michaelosakwe4129]

Ahh man. I’m 13 as well and I got mine from a non-contact sport. What makes it worse was I also fractured the top of my tibia. I’ve decided to not do sports again because I don’t want to risk it. You’re a big dawg for sucking the pain.

[@noaharssi4323]

Same thing happend to me im 14 but the doctors said that i didnt damage any other parts in my knee and i can bend it and already walk on it, i had the injury 3 days ago

[@annikaniclasen9025]

Noah okay:) i couldn’t bend my knee until 1 week after my injury, and it hurt af to step on my foot. i got a cortisone shot in may this year, to make the pain stop temporarily, cuz they didn’t know what’s wrong with me and that fucking knee hurt so bad. good luck on your recovery man:) my recovery is almost over, i have my last PT on friday next week:) ps. if your pain wont go away, go to the doctor’s again, and if it’s really bothering you, get an MRI or something.

[@annikaniclasen9025]

Michael Osakwe shit man, good luck on your recovery! the pain got unbearable, so my doc gave me a cortisone shot to get it to stop temporarily. i was close to not do sports again, but PT has helped a lot, and im allowed to play soccer, but not any kind if contact with other players rn. good luck man, hope everything turns out well!

[@noaharssi4323]

Annika Niclasen thank you for the fast reply bro

[@kud1695]

I dislocated my knee like three times , my right knee two times, and one time last year my left knee and damn it’s so painful

[@ashleyhaynes8541]

How long is normal for your knee to be swollen after a patella dislocation with no torn or sprained ligaments? Thanks

[@megantholin8705]

I dislocated my patella over a month ago and my knee is still double the size. Although the doctor couldn't really tell if I had any torn ligaments because my knee was the size of a grapefruit and he didn't want to do an MRI...

[@everton8767]

Hi Doctors, how is the surgery for patella dislocation? Is there a need for using screws?

[@ianonbass]

Seriously this is great watching this now. How far these guys have cime. Do you still think surgery is still needed after watching @Kneesovertoesguy?

[@christopherwinski2775]

To add to my previous comment. I had a scope done when I was 18 and I had my mcl removed as it was tore from the dislocation. Also my left knee goes in more so it tore to the outside... thank you again.. love your videos

[@abbyheard6555]

guys my kneecap dislocates all of the time. it started in 5th grade (i'm a tenth grader now) but it used to hurt so bad and i guess i've gotten used to it so it doesn't hurt any more. i have mild cerebral palsy which i think makes it happen more because i dont have the strongest leg muscles. regardless, i just straighten my leg and it pops back in!!! ice it for 30 minutes and it's good to go!!!

[@harryhawe8694]

Were you given the option of surgery or were you told that you couldn’t as I have cerebral palsy?

[@harryhawe8694]

Were you given the option of surgery or were you told that you couldn’t as I have cerebral palsy?

[@welphipeeps9161]

Can u tell me how long does it take to walk back on it

[@briannav9831]

Takes a while. Took me a month.

[@greekclasher9835]

to walk normaly again at least 1 month

[@michaelturner8924]

I dislocated my knee during wrestling and it started to feel better after 2 weeks of physical therapy but the pain just came back worse than ever. Did anybody else because this is starting to wear me down real bad.

[@BobandBrad]

Sometimes the pain gets better and comes back when not completely healed properly yet. You just have to continue to do your exercises but also listen to your body as well. If something makes the pain worse, stop doing that particular exercise.

[@brycewomack2895]

I dislocated my right kneecap twice and tore my mpfl and had to have surgery for that and since then I've subluxated my left kneecap three times, but it hasn't been bad enough that I've gone to the doctor. However I have a constant crippling fear that they will just slip out of place at any time. It's almost like I just have a heightened sense of the ligaments around my kneecap and it just always feels like it could just slip out of place.

[@wendymatthews5559]

I dislocated my tibia and patella but was not seen on X-ray. Took 8 years and a MRI to confirm. Bone contusions and muscle issues. Surprisingly, ACL/MCL are fine. Dr said will need a knee replacement but that I’m too young

[@jaders2552]

Only a junior, and I had it dislocate about 14-16 times. First was 2nd grade. Had two many mri’s to even count. Doctor says I need surgery but it’s not much money as well as even pt costs too much for my family, trying to find some good strengthening exercises to help

[@jenniferw.1665]

Thanks for the video! I've been dealing with this since I was in 7th grade ( I'm now 33!), I have loose ligaments and my kneecaps don't sit into the grooves, they are off center. I am going to the doctor this week to hopefully get the ball rolling on surgery. What kind of surgery do you think would correct this?

[@Carlitosmom]

Same thing happened to me in six grade and I’m 30 now did you end up going to the doctor by any chance?

[@jenniferw.1665]

@@Carlitosmom I did! They ended up doing a MPFL reconstruction. I'm too young for a knee replacement. The recovery was painful and took a while, but my knee is in the right place now and hasn't given me any problems!

[@fiercemakeup31]

@@jenniferw.1665 how's your pain now?

[@roeihsdraw9915]

I had a car accident and that damage my left knee (dislocation??? I'm not to sure I was so young back then) and from recovering my right knee got dislocated in the process too (now both of them get dislocated from time to time) I'm scared to dance now because I was in a dance club before but I would get dislocation everytime I try to practice dance so I gave up on it, I'm also scared to participate in any kind of sports that may strain my knees (also both of ma knee caps moves like SIDE TO SIDE) is that bad??? I do light swimming and up and down exercise in the stairs to at least strengthen them Really know nothing bout it and just wanna express how I feel here 😅

[@patriciasalem3606]

I kerp wondering if my lateral release gave my patella too much play and that's how it was so easy to dislocate.

[@kenrickchung8176]

I've dislocated my kneecap over 20 times in the last 2 years but I never saw my patellar move

[@angvvvll]

That sucks :( did the doctor recommend surgery?

[@alexanderthedon]

Ive been dislocating my knee playing basketball for about 10 years now I'm 23 and its been happening since 13. Do you think the strengthening excersises will work at this point??

[@judywilton4547]

Both my knee caps have been dislocating on and off since I was 12 in 26 now, They have dislocated well over 40 times usually it pops out and pops back in but a couple days ago it popped out and was stuck and I had to pop it back in now it’s very very swollen

[@nanyummyify]

Same I had a my worst dislocation two weeks ago as of late had to go to the ER and get an ambulance and everything. Worst experience of my life. (It usually goes back in for me).

[@michaelschmidt7014]

Informative video in my case BOTH of my knees need a total replacement cartilage in both knees has deteriorated to nearly bone on bone in the joint. My podiatrist tells me he will not do the knee replacement surgery until I reduce my weight to 275 lbs. I am age 70, 6'3" tall, started out at 355 lbs and currently at 325 lbs. According to the Harvard medical website they notice no problem in recovery in surgery if a person is over-weight or at weight. I think I am going to need to shop around for another Dr. that WILL do the 'joint replacement surgery' at my current weight. I have had numerous periods where my left knee has 'popped' needless to say it hurt like hell nearly causing me to collapse to the ground. Any thoughts?

[@javarisonjamar]

Dude lose weight lol

[@125sooners]

I have been living and playing sports with a subluxing patella for about 2 years now. It first happened my freshman year during football and has happened 7 times since. I finally ended up getting surgery after number 8 and 4 weeks after surgery my knee is great.. no more crunching sounds fully bendable and not even too weak. To anyone on the edge of getting surgery I'd 10/10 recommend

[@tom9154]

how much did it cost you, if you don't mind answering.

[@sachiarc]

Scott Stanley same although my knee first dislocated when i was in grade 4, both my knees dislocate.in total they have both dislocated about 11 times

[@magalipinedo1856]

Scott Stanley was the recovery hard ? Did surgery hurt ?

[@megantholin8705]

I'm really hoping my doctor considers surgery during my recheck. I'm so terrified of it happening again. My opposite knee would do it all the time, but would always go immediately back into place. my "good" knee was the one that was stuck and had to call an ambulance for. Worst. Ever. I'm over it. I'm ready for bionic knees.

[@qv8281]

This might be a bit late but i do Muay Thai where you constantly bash the knees would it hinder me

[@megantholin8705]

I'm getting an MRI on my right knee tomorrow to make sure there's no cartilage damage since it completely dislocated like 2 months ago. If not, we're gonna discuss an MPFL for my left knee since it's been subluxating for like 10 years and he's the first doctor to even consider any surgical fix. He said recovery is like 6 months, but if i can get out of my car without my knee going, I'm all for it. I'm ready to be over this issue. My question is, 6 months? I understand if you're an athlete and stuff. But, 6 months?

[@anndam__]

@Megan Tholin Yes 6-10 months for the recovery, but everyone is different. As someone had mpfl reconstruction surgery, they had to go physical therapy every 1 week till 4 or 5 months to spread out for 2 weeks. The physical therapy will help you bend your knee, build muscles you lost from the surgery, etc. Because you don't want to damage the new ligament from the surgery.

[@monkey68626]

Hi bob and Brad, what if your legs naturally bend inward at the knee joint from standing that way as a child? Is it possible to walk on the knee dislocation if you've not realised? Can it pop it normally and still twinge with tenderness?

[@LorelaiReynolds]

When I popped my knee out of place and I chipped my knee I did get surgery but it was a really small chip but I didn't get surgery for that got physical therapy

[@mytube6538]

Just got back from the hospital and it was the most pain I have ever felt.

[@laurenhart4665]

same, i’m wearing my brace to sleep rn ajd it’s rlly uncomfortable

[@harryhawe8694]

How is the healing going? As I’m going through it right now and it is quite depressing and awful it has ruined my quality of life drastically :(

[@rhys5510]

@@harryhawe8694 I dislocated mine in august last year, recovery is depressing and long

[@CătălinaMaria1896]

@@harryhawe8694 SAME! I hate my life so bad .

[@PallaviBhardwaj-ox3uk]

@@rhys5510 you recovered?

[@Moonlight8984]

I dislocated mine and shifted up a week ago. Dr said 3-4 weeks but I don’t know if that means completely healed

[@danygeorge7058]

Is your leg heald

[@deedeeshead4900]

I had two really bad falls i the last 2 years and had mild-moderate concussions . I don't want surgery, but don't want to fall again. Is therapy are reasonable solution or should I just go ahead and do the surgery? I am 56 year old woman, flat footed, and over weight.

[@Buster8309]

This was very interesting. I recently did this just by walking and tripping over something in an awkward way. I had to call the paramedics, and when they put me on a stretcher, it miraculously fixed itself. After that, there was discomfort from all the swelling, but there was little to no pain. After a day of bed rest, I was able to walk just fine with a little limp. About the 'Q groove' I don't have one. I didn't know our skeletons were designed to move that way. I do play tennis, though. If you ever see this comment, when do you think it would be ok for me to start playing again? I have done some physical therapy.

[@evelynfields1954]

i’m 13 and i’ve had 2 knee dislocations in the past 2-3 years. worst pain of my life, if it happens again i can’t play field hockey 😭 i actually had to have my coach and teacher reset both times

[@fruitfairy7035]

im 14 i just dislocated my knee for the second time i dont know how to fix it

[@evelynfields1954]

@@fruitfairy7035 you mean you don’t know how to stop making it dislocate? because for me i’ve been told it’s a possibility i’ll have to do my physical therapy for the rest of my life. or that if it happens again i’ll need surgery. either way, after about three dislocations it’s usually a matter of surgery or constant physical therapy.

[@fruitfairy7035]

@@evelynfields1954 i dont know how to make my knee go back to normal. i cant make it straight or walk on it, and it keeps popping😕

[@evelynfields1954]

@@fruitfairy7035 when did you last dislocate it? mind you i’m not doctor but i actually know an odd amount of nurses and doctors lol 😅 if your a girl, i would say strengthen the hips as much as possible. especially if you have hip dips. weak hips are much more common for girls and a large factor in knee dislocations. if you mean by popping, like a small shift, then you definitely should talk to a professional about that. but usually about 6 month into my dislocations, i notice that my knee will shift in and out of place slightly, and i can offset this by jerking it in the opposite direction. so if that’s what’s happening to you, do that and just ask a doctor. sry about the long replies but i really want to help, if the dislocation is extremely recent then ur fine, no worries, but let me know when it happened

[@TEDDY8CHEETOS]

I dislocated mine January 31, it didn't hurt at that moment I was just freaking out. today is February 26 I can barely walk normal still limping after 3 weeks with knee immobilizer. hopefully I can recover quick and hopefully this doesn't happen a second time. Soccer is still life lol

[@sixAdam22]

Can you return to sports after surgery and recovery

[@hiddence2199]

Happened to me 2 days ago in a bike crash🙁

[@sachinamarath6552]

Hiddence i dislocated mine by walking😐😂

[@karan8015]

I also dislocated 2 days ago and doctor advised to wear knee immobilizer for 4 weeks

[@christianczaja6116]

Hello, very informative video. I recently had arthroscopic surgery to fix my dislocated knee cap. After three weeks I was doing really well in therapy but all of a sudden today I had the sharpest pains just above my knee cap and wasn't able to do any of my workouts. Any ideas on what the problem could be? Thanks in advance.

[@Cihuateotl1]

Thank you so much for your videos! I think that almost all my life I have had patellar issues. For about two years I’ve been practicing yoga and my knees where feeling a lot better. But it was when I tried to do the Lotus Flower position that I did a wrong movement with my knee and since I’ve been having more pain in my knees. Two months ago, same practicing yoga I dislocated my patellar it moved to the inner side. Right now I feel almost good but sometimes when I bend down for something I can feel how the patellar goes out of place again and the pain comes back. What can I do I want to go back to my active life?

[@thepodcastaboutanimals6587]

Cihuateotl1 I would suggest surgery

[@markychavez8246]

I dislocated my knee last year in football it fully popped out i came back a few days later to play in a game since then it’s popped out about 5 times and considering surgery now.

[@matteblack1289]

I don't know what is the problem with my knee the inside side of knee changes position and also I had shin pain and pain in my inner side nerve pain and now my thigh inner nerve pains does anyone have any idea

[@cjames9320]

I slipped on some ice and it just popped out. This is the third time, but it hasn't happened in about 6 years, and then another 6 years before that. The best thing to do is to just push it back into place. It will feel painful at first, but oh boy once it's in, huge relief. It will still ache, but nothing like when its out of place. So when this happens just push it back in, and don't try to walk on it, try and get some help.

[@JustHudsonOfficial]

This has been happening since I was 6 and I’m worried because the doctors said it was nothing but I keep telling them it’s something going on with it because it happens atleast 3 times a year

[@MudZeePlayGamer]

I got mine dislocated a couple days ago as of commenting this It didnt hurt badly.....until they tried popping it back in without pain meds All because I was playing pavlov on my quest

[@smoothe39]

I have a patella alto and my knee popped out and back in yesterday. It’s swollen and sore now and I’m worried about doing surgery (a recommended TLKR). Ive had arthroscopic surgery on the patella of my right knee, TKR and a revision, scar tissue removal and 2 MUAs and my right knee still isn’t moving right. So the last thing I want to do is have surgery on my only knee I have that’s semi working without surgery to have it in a worse predicament afterwards. I don’t know what to do and my left knee isn’t leaving me with too many options. :(

[@JustineTeeVee]

I have that problem. I've had it since I was a kid. Just last week though it happened to my right knee and it hasn't happened to me in 3 years and for it to happen again I was angry and the pain is so indescribable. The thing is, it swelled and bruised which it never use to do. I use to be able to walk fine the next day or a few days after the fact but this time something I feel is wrong. I had my X-rays done, waiting for results and will be going to therapy after but I'm worried about the therapy because I've been getting a horrific pain and pressure every time I bend my knee too fast. It's the same pain I feel when it dislocates. When I push off my foot and bend my knee to try to go up the stairs or get into high cars or even just sitting down too quick I feel a sharp pain in the inner part of my kneecap plus intense pressure feels as if it's pushing my kneecap. I'm worried about it & have no clue what it can be. And it's only when I push off my leg with my foot. Or bend it too fast. When I sit down I have to keep my right knee extended out, bend my left knee to help me sit then slowly bring in my right knee and bend it slowly and then I'm fine. Walking has also been difficult. I've been at home in bed most of the time. I'm on a medical leave from work. I don't know if I'm causing more damage walking on it or not walking on it because my leg feels very weak right now. Plus my left leg now is getting exhausted, since I've been applying more pressure on my good leg. But the thing is, this happens to both of my knees, not just one. I've been dealing with it for years. I've never been in the position I'm in now with the issue of pain and pressure almost a locking feeling when I try to bend it too quick. If you have any ideas what this might be, please let me know because I've tried researching what is causing that and can't find exactly what it could be. Sorry for the long comment.

[@ETRNLIZE]

Everything you said in your comment is literally me rn, but I haven’t gone to the doctor to check it out. Usually when it happens to me I put it back in place but today I left led my left knee and it just dislocated. I went to some guy that my mom knows and he worked on my knee but it was very painful.

[@megantholin8705]

I dislocated mine over a month ago and still have the kind of issues you described >_

[@SLYLUIGI]

We'll a while back I was playing soccer and I tripped and landed right on my knee and I've went to doctors and they didn't find anything wrong with it it some times it locks my knee is this cureable?

[@kimv9858]

I dislocated my knee cap when a little boy jumped into my leg at a trampoline park I tore my MCL, ACL, MPFL, and my Meniscus and maybe more.

[@delicioustoxin372]

I’m thinking this happened last night. If anyone has info hit me up. I was hip throwing someone and they went ontop of my knee cap from the side. Pushed it inside I had INSTANT extreme pain and it made a pop like 8 out of 10 pain. And it made a pop Pain weirdly subsided slowly over the next hour. Now I feel fine. Barely any swelling. Had my knee pulled in every direction by doctor and it does not seem to be compromised in terms of ligament damage it seems ok. I can hear weight on it. With how badly it hurt at the time and the popI’m scared it is still not right. Anyone else experience somthing similar? Is there somthing I should do for it?

[@vinuthab1908]

How is it now?? I dislocated mine 2 weeks ago but im still in a brace. Ig you should have gotten an mri scan to look for ligament tears.

[@brandynwood5872]

my knee has dislocated ever since i was little when doing something active but iv never had surgery

[@TheLuckyguy218]

Same don't know what I should do about it since I don't really feel any pain besides standing up right in the same spot for to long

[@bobuxman69]

This is my second time dislocating my knee paramedics said there was no blood flow

[@sheenachanel6286]

I'm 37, my knee cap has been sliding out since I was 16 it hurts like he'll and can't take the pain from any longer, mine does go back in by itself, yes I am strong I know, I know but I am over it just started physical therapy and now going to probably go through with surgery 😭😖😣

[@damiansehnert2011]

hi I dislocated my knee a month ago and then again a week ago do you think I will be looking at surgery I have really bad pain down the inside of my knee

[@aczel8731]

I disclocated my knee cap last year on February then I did it again in may then I did it this again near Christmas last year

[@wendyschaffer731]

My husband had a patellofemoral replacement (partial knee). The patella did not sublux after surgery for weeks but now dislocates, mostly w/stairs. Do you think he can address this with PT?

[@debra13]

I'm pretty freaked out- I broke my kneecap and displaced as well, and was told I needed to try to strnegthen first but I just spoke to the orthopedic surgeon and he said I needed surgery within 3 weeks of the dispalcement or it would not heal well and is scheduled me in next week. I'm having a hard time but given COVID I have no time to get 2nd opnion, this is a well known boston teaching hospital but still very scared. I am 68 with some comorbidities like diabetes.

[@reenarawat1732]

Hi, I'm also diagnosed with CP a month ago, it got aggravated after cycling. I've mild pain inwards the knee instead of outwards. Does that mean my knee is dislocated to inwards? Thank you very much.

[@sherrysherry7080]

Hi I recently started running and after one week I started getting a grinding sensation. I visited a person who does therapy. This also cause my ankle to swell and my right feet to fall flat if I am lying down. It dont stay up. I was told that i have the smallest knee cap ever and to get a xray done

[@youbrokein]

can patellar dislocation eventually lead to patellofemoral pain syndrome if not treated right?

[@playboishawn8502]

Hello im 14 years old i play basketball and when i had my first knee dislocation i screamed so so loud then it popped by in i could not walk for 15sec it happened to me 6 or 5 times I didn’t to the doctor yet im to scared but im going to risk it just happened to me just now like 10mins ago thank you for spending your time reading this i know its long but it is what it is good bye

[@nzgirl337]

Go to the doctor and get a referral to orthopedics.

[@christinechongwo3795]

I am one of those with a higher Q -angle. Had mpfl reconstruction surgery 4 weeks ago. Slowly recovering. It's not very encouraging

[@pierredemare609]

I have had once on a wet soccer field 40 y. ago and recently in tennis. I figured the unglued part of the sole that I did not repair before I played might have exacerbated the risk as I have been playing for decades and I am healthy and fit. freak accident?

[@ashleebergen2211]

My knee cap pops out every month or so, and it causes extreme pain, but, I've never really gone to a doctor, this has been happening for about two years. It pops out to the outside, and the pain usually goes away gradually over a week, and I did some research on pattelar instability, and it said its most common in teen and women, I'm 13 in a month, what might be happening?

[@ashleebergen2211]

It just pops out whenever, usually when I'm walking, once when I was laying down

[@trumptv1527]

Mom 87 cant open or shut knee less than 20degrees after artificial knee surgery. Does she need other surger

[@MrMemememe123456789]

I've dislocated my knee during a twisting of the knee in martial arts and then dislocated it not as bad a second time 2 months later because I rushed the process. And then without doing physical therapy I did it again a 3rd time 5 months ago. Now I started physical therapy I've been working out my quads and it's starting to look similar to my other knee after 5 months. Is it most likely going to happen again? And when should I start going 100% in basketball again?

[@tushar3674]

Hi ! Did it happen again in these years ??

[@patatochip8967]

Happen to me now, and I was just walking when that happen 😭😭 Im so weak 😭

[@Carak28]

Same here 😭

[@mythfielder]

Feel your pain

[@mandag6459]

I've had patella alta since I was 13 while I was in Africa. I have been to an african PT and would say that the african method is much better but also very painful. I only visited a PT twice and never went back cause of the pain. Which I regret now. I saw significant relief after but it's back again and it's hard to find a good african PT in the US. I'm now 19 and I'm determined to fix my patella alta because I don't want to continue to worry about my knee popping out while I'm walking😕.

[@britincali5702]

Mine went out the way they said it doesn’t go 😢