Mpfl tear due to knee dislocation

2017-08-06 21:01:20
History of partial dislocation is twice. Both time had moderate joint effusion. Mri shows patellar instability due to trochlear dysplasia. Doctors says it is mpfl tear by seeing images from x-ray and mri. Can do basic normal activities now(happened in may 29). What is d treatment for this? Should I go for surgery or non operative treatment. Pls adv
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Non operative management could be 1. Iliotibial band release 2. VMO strengthening exercises 3. Tapping/strapping for patella (McConnell/Kinesiology tapping) 4. Multidirectional patellar mobility exercise. Physiotherapist may plan based on progress of your condition.

Answered2017-08-07 12:46:22

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