Patellar maltracking syndrome is a disorder of the knee joint. Ideally, the knee cap slides over the head of the thighbone on a part called the trochlear grove in a predetermined fashion to make the knee movement smooth. For those with an alignment problem in this design, the patella has a tendency to slide to the sides and get dislocated often. It results in frequent knee buckling, pain, swelling, and dislocation of the knees.
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What are the complications of loose ligamental joints from childhood?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23-year-old, and my height is 5 feet and 11 inches. Please look at my legs. I can walk, run and sit. I have loose ligamental joints (collateral ligaments) from childhood, and I have a small patella. What is the problem of having loose ligamental joints in the future? Is there any ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and the images provided here (attachment removed to protect patient identity). From images, it appears that you have genu valgum deformity in your left knee. There is no supportive evidence or examination notes stating about small pat... Read Full »
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