Patellar Dislocation: A Deeper Look at Various Knee Pathologies in Young Female Athletes

Abstract

OBJECTIVE The objective of this case study was to inform and educate medical professionals of different signs, symptoms, and risk factors that may lead to serious knee or patellar injury as well as methods for prevention through the treatment of a patellar dislocation. MEDICAL HISTORY This case study concerns a 15-year-old female soccer player. The athlete under study presented with a knee valgus and hip IR static position, very little quadriceps definition, overly pronated feet, and a high Body Mass Index. Patient had no previous history of knee injury. Upon initial injury during a mid-season practice she reported a loud " pop " and immediate pain in her right knee. She stated that her patella had " come out of place and moved back in after falling to the ground and straightening her leg. " While moving towards an injury cart for transport back to the ATR, her patella dislocated again and was reduced by the Head AT on the scene.