Knee subluxation is a condition in which the kneecap, also known as the patella, is constantly moving in and out of its normal position in the knee. Normally, the patella slides up and down in a groove in the knee called the trochlear groove. Knee subluxation occurs when the patella comes...
The patella, commonly known as the ‘kneecap’, is a sesamoid bone that sits within the tendon of the quadriceps femoris. It serves a protective function for the knee and facilitates movement by acting as a pulley for the quadriceps femoris muscle. The knee joint is quite a complex ...
L2795 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, knee control, full kneecap L2800 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, knee control, kneecap, medial or lateral pull, for use with custom fabricated orthosis only L2810 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, knee control, condylar pad L2820 Addition to ...
ACL Tear Contact or non-contact Low to lateral knee Knee joint in combined position of flexion, valgus, and rotation of tibia on femur Once stretched or ruptured, will not heal Often accompanied by meniscus tears and/or MCL sprains ACL Injuries Females who participate in soccer and basketball ...