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I dislocated my knee4yrs ago and hurts sometimes a lot when i excersize and keep it straight for along time what could it be? and why?
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See below: A lot of things ! loose bodies, chondromalacia , arthritis, meniscaal and acl/pcl tears cartlidge defects , extra-articular ligamentous injury are a some . I would recommend you follow up with an orthopedic surgeon in your hometown good luck thank you.
Answered 9/15/2013
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Patellofemoral Pain: Dislocation of the knee cap can cause injury to the cartilage on the back of the knee cap and front of the femur. This can lead to pain and early arthritis. Many things you can do for this including optimizing rehab, kinesiotaping, use of glucosamine. If concerned have evaluated by musculoskeletal provider such as a sports med md, physiatrist, or ortho surgeon.
Answered 11/8/2014
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