Subluxation is another word for partial dislocation of a bone. Patellar subluxation is a partial dislocation of the kneecap (patella). It’s also known as patellar instability or kneecap instability.

1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital, Finglas, Dublin 11, Republic of Ireland 2 Department of Radiology, Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital, Finglas, Dublin 11 ...

Kneecap dislocation occurs when the patella bone, which sits at the front of the knee, comes out of position. In the process, the connective tissues that hold the bone in place may stretch and tear. A ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The first-time patellar dislocation typically occurs from a traumatic injury. Terminologies used in the ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A 16-year-old female high school junior with a history of recurrent patellar instability presented with left ...