Kneecap injuries can cause pain, swelling, and instability that need medical evaluation. Some injuries can happen due to overuse of the knee over time. Treatment usually involves rest, ice, and ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A common injury seen in orthopedic surgery, patellar dislocation accounts for about 2% to 3% of knee injuries ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was playing a pickup game of football with my kids, took a tumble, and my kneecap made a popping sound. It really hurt, then seemed to get better, but something's not right. Any ...

Dislocation can be caused by a sudden blow, such as taking a hard hit playing a contact sport like football or hockey, or by a chronic condition, such as a stretched ligament. Andrey ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Traditionally, primary patellofemoral dislocations (first-time patellar dislocations) have been treated ...

Young patients who suffer patellar dislocations are at a higher risk of recurring dislocations, especially long-term after their initial injury, according to research presented today at the American ...

DULUTH — Duluth East senior Amy Ricketts’ knee dislocation in early 2023 made her only one of a number of local girls to end up on the sideline for an extended period with that type of injury. The ...