Subluxation

Subluxation is when the bones of a joint nearly dislocate, but not quite, and then return to a normal position, eg patellar subluxation.

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The unstable patella

A discussion about patellar instability, the factors that may cause the patella to sublux or dislocate, and what can be done about it.

Patellofemoral subluxation

A brief overview.

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FORUM DISCUSSIONS

What does subluxation feel like?

Whats the difference (if any) between subluxed and dislocated ?

CLINICAL PUBLICATIONS

How to Deal With Chronic Patellar Instability. What Does the Literature Tell Us? Sanchis-Alfonso V. Sports Health. 2016 Jan; 8(1): 86–90.

See also -

eBook - Factors contributing to an Unstable Patella