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Patella Dislocation
I had patella dislocation around few years back, 3 times on left knee, once on right knee
I also found low vitamin content at that time. The doctor suggested to restrict knee movements to avoid jerks post dislocation and the knee was also swelled up, so it was in crepe bandage. Since then I have been asked to avoid any body contact sports and running.
My last physio asked me to do strength training for my knees, Shall I join a gym simply?
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Don't go for gym.
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always take physiotherapist help.
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to continue strengthening exercises as physio advice.
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Take mri for both knees
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Visit nearby physiotherapist for better assessment and treatment
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Some strengthening exercises can be done for example quadriceps strengthening exercises under the supervision of physiotherapist
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Don't join gym
Then y physiotherapist are here ...
Join a physiotherapist with rehabilitation centre or sports knowledge who can train your knee back to form
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Did you take any MRI for both knee. You should find out the root cause for your problem.
Knee strengthening exercises you should start from basic exercises followed by intermediate level and then advanced level.
Gym exercises are totally different.
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You should consult a physiotherapist or orthopaedist for complete assessment and exercise therapy.
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Hi,
Multiple dislocation of patella is a cautious one while considering to go to gym. Well as your previous physiotherapist told you to strengthen your knees, I too feel the same.
Doing exercises under supervision of a Coach is not advisory but exercises under supervision of a physiotherapist is the best thing as He/she has complete knowledge of your condition. They can guide you what to do and what to avoid.
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Please see a physiotherapist nearby.
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Strengthening exercises are good for you but that too should be done under supervision of a physiotherapist. Gym to be avoided as any strong or jerky movements will put you in trouble
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Visit a physio for strengthening n assessment
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Hello sir , please visit a physiotherapy center they assess and suggest knee strengthening exercises.adjacent to that you can go to gym as well, please avoid jerky movements of knee and use brace when needed for stability.
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You need to consult in person for proper assessment of the joints, then only deoending on the present condition exercises can be suggested.
As far as joining gym, if you still have weak joints, doing exercises will affect your knees as well while lifting weights at gym which may result in increase in pain.
Consult in person for proper assessment and further treatment.
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Dr. Jnanapriya (PT)
Physiotherapist
Hoshangabad
Hello sir, as per observation of your given photograph i can see that their is a lot of weakness of your right thigh muscles as well as leg muscles .Going to gym may trigger your kee pain due to unusual loads or movement.
You must go physiotherapy clinic atleast thrice a week initially for good recovery.
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You should start strengthening exercises from intermittent to vigorous for your thigh muscles and leg muscles. In combination to exercise you can get electrotherapy in your nearby physiotherapy clinic for pain management.
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Try not to gain weight because it can also trigger and imbalance your body mechanics.
Also try to consultant with orthopedic doctor who can suggest regarding your low vitamin content.
thank You .
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Mr. Chinna Kondaiah Ballekuri (PT)
Physiotherapist
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Consult nearest Physiotherapy clinic for complete assessment and treatment.
Start with the knee Isometric exercises and knee strengthening exercises
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Continue the rehabilitation program for next 2-3 months
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Use icing for the swelling
Avoid stair climbing for few days
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Dr. Ingelala Uma (PT)
Physiotherapist
14 yrs exp
Nellore
Visit nearby physiotherapy clinic in-person they will asses ur condition, according to that they will keep exercise program.
Exercises have to be done under supervision of Physiotherapist.gym better to avoid any jerky movements will give u pain.
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Dr. Jacob Roshan Mathew (PT)
Orthopedic Physiotherapist
21 yrs exp
Bangalore
You do have a few things that could be helped. Make sure that your arches are supported.
Other issues need to be assessed further by physical examination before a decision could be taken.
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