The Medial Patellofemoral Ligament (MPFL) is a ligament that
attaches the kneecap (patella) and the femur, the long bone of the thigh. MPFL
helps in stabilizing the kneecap and prevent it from moving outward or
dislocate from its position.
Sometime, this ligament (MPFL) gets injured when the kneecap (Patella) is dislocated. Such kind of knee injury is very common among Athletes or patients with an underlying abnormality of the knee.
Depending upon the condition, MPFL can be treated using NSAIDs and physical therapy. If the injury is severe, your orthopedic surgeons will either try to repair the ligament, or reconstruct the ligament using graft technique.
If you have history of recurrent Patella dislocations consult Dr. Biren Nadkarni, a Senior Orthopedic Consultant and Surgeon,at his clinic - Joint & Bone Solutions situated at HauzKhas, New Delhi. He can also be reached at Holy Family Hospital or Sitaram Bhartia Institute.
For Appointment, contact us at: +91-8587878568, +91-8368352606 or E-mail us at: birennadkarni1@gmail.com
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