If your child has patellar instability the symptoms can include:
- Knee pain
- Swelling
- Stiffness
- A feeling of the knee “buckling”
- A feeling of “catching” or “locking” in the knee
- Visible deformity in the knee
The Board Certified Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Specialists at OrthoNeuro have helped thousands of patients with patellar instability return to an active and healthy lifestyle using a variety of treatment options.
How Is Patellar Instability Treated at OrthoNeuro?
Depending upon the category of patellar instability and the severity of the condition, there are several treatment options.
In many cases, your OrthoNeuro Specialist recommends conservative treatment options for patellar instability after the patella is manually returned to the correct position within the knee.
These treatment options can include:
- Bracing
- Immobilization
- Physical Therapy