What is kneecap (patellar) dislocation?
Patellar (kneecap) dislocations occur with significant regularity, especially in younger athletes. Most of the dislocations occur laterally (outside). When these occur, they are associated with significant pain and swelling.
How do members experience kneecap (patellar) dislocation?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with kneecap (patellar) dislocation*
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Stress
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Pain
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Fatigue
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Depressed mood
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for kneecap (patellar) dislocation*
Who has kneecap (patellar) dislocation on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 5 | |
| 30s | 24 | |
| 40s | 23 | |
| 50s | 25 | |
| 60s | 17 | |
| 70+ | 8 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 16 | |
| Female | 88 |