Patellofemoral disorders refers to pain under and around your kneecap which may be associated with certain conditions affecting the knee and patella. It is a common complaint among athletes who do a lot of running and jumping and is also referred to as runner’s knee.
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Patellar dislocation occurs when the patella moves out of the patellofemoral groove, (trochlea) onto the bony head of the femur.
Medial patellar instability is the damage to the supporting ligaments of the patella including the Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL).
Tibial tubercle osteotomy is a surgical procedure that is performed along with other procedures to treat patellar instability, patellofemoral pain, and osteoarthritis.
Lateral patellar instability is the lateral displacement and dislocation of the patella.
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Dr. Monica Kogan first to use technology for leg lengthening
Dr. Monica Kogan, pediatric orthopedic surgeon of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, with clinics in Chicago and Westchester.
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