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Five year old case of dislocation of knee and hip joint with foot drop(rt). now, foot drop and patella dislocation with ligament tears.

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Dr. Keyvan Ganz answered

Need to repair: The foot drop is due to the fibular dislocation putting pressure to the common peroneal nerve which sends a nerve to the muscle that lifts your foot. Need to see an orthopedic surgeon to realign your knee to prevent further damage.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/10/2015

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A member asked:

Five year old case of dislocation of knee and hip joint with foot drop(rt). now, foot drop and patella dislocation with ligament tears.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Keyvan Ganz answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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