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I dislocated my full knee replacement. does the joint break, or just dislocate and go back in place. it hurts in my whole leg from hip to ankle. but no swelling.

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Dr. Arnold Malerman
Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Dislocation?: Best to return immediately to your Orthopedic Surgeon or go to the OR. Severity of the injury cannot be chosen from a wish list. Your knee will need Examination and probably imaging. Please don't delay.
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