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Epidemiology
Patellar dislocation is an injury that occurs when there is a sudden and awkward blow to the leg, particularly the knee region. It may also occur when the leg is abruptly twisted to a point where the patella is briefly displaced from the patellofemoral groove, in which it articulates with. Dislocation tends to occur when the patella shifts laterally. The symptoms of a patellar dislocation are sudden intense pain followed by swelling of the knee. To prevent this sort of injury it is important to strengthen the muscles and tendons that surround and interact with the patella.

Prevention
The patella is a floating sesamoid bone that is held in place by the quadriceps muscle tendon and patellar tendon ligament. Exercises should include strengthening quadriceps muscles such as rectus femoris, vastus intermedius, and rectus lateralis. Exercises to strengthen quadriceps muscles include but not limited to, squats, and lunges. Adding extra external support around the knee by using devices such as knee [orthotics] or athletic tape can help prevent patellar dislocation and other knee related injuries. External support such as braces and applying athletic tape work by providing movement in only desired planes and helps hinder movements that cause abnormal movement and potentially cause injuries. Women who wear high heels tend to develop short calf muscles and tendons. Exercises to stretch and strengthen calf muscles are recommended on a daily basis.