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Patellar (Kneecap) Fractures

A patellar fracture is a break in the kneecap, a small bone at the front of your knee. This fracture can happen due to falling directly onto the knee, a hard blow during sports, or hitting the dashboard in a car accident.


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Types of Patellar Fractures:

  1. Stable Fracture: The bone pieces remain aligned.
  2. Displaced Fracture: Bone fragments are separated and misaligned.
  3. Comminuted Fracture: The bone shatters into three or more pieces.
  4. Open Fracture: Bone fragments pierce through the skin, increasing infection risk.

 

Types of Patellar Fractures:

  1. Stable Fracture: The bone pieces remain aligned.
  2. Displaced Fracture: Bone fragments are separated and misaligned.
  3. Comminuted Fracture: The bone shatters into three or more pieces.
  4. Open Fracture: Bone fragments pierce through the skin, increasing infection risk.

 Recovery: Rehabilitation exercises will help regain knee motion and strength. Recovery time varies, but most patients return to normal activities within 3 to 6 months, depending on the fracture’s severity and treatment method. 

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