7.Patella Fracture Repair
Treatment depends on the type of break. If the pieces are close to each other and lined up like a jigsaw puzzle, you may just need a splint to help them to grow back together. But when there are lots of bone bits, or they’re too far apart, your doctor might suggest surgery. They might need to use screws and plates to put it back together.
8.Dislocation
There’s a V-shaped notch at the end of your thighbone. It holds your kneecap and gives it a groove to move through. If it’s oddly shaped or not deep enough, your kneecap can slide out. You may even notice it’s moved to the side. A hard hit or fall also could do it. Your knee might buckle or catch when you walk. You’ll have pain in the front of the joint that gets worse when you use it. You might hear creaking or cracking sounds.
