patellar dislocation in athletes

What is a Patellar Dislocation? Patellar dislocation is caused by a lateral movement of the patella, which leaves the trochlea groove of the femoral condyle. This usually results in a rupture of the medial patellofemoral ligament. Patellar (kneecap) dislocations are common, particularly in younger athletes, and the majority of them occur laterally (outside). When this…