The patella is a small, triangular bone that protects the front of the knee. People who fracture their kneecap may have difficulty walking. Most people can return to typical activities within 3–6 ...

The overall incidence of patellar fracture after TKA was 2.5% (14/557). The incidence of patellar fracture after primary TKA was 1.8% (9/505) and 9.6% (5/52) after revision TKA. Patient ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Patella alta has been a known associated factor of recurrent lateral patella dislocations for decades. The Lyon ...

What does it mean to have a broken kneecap? Your kneecap, or patella, is a sesamoid bone, meaning it’s not attached to bone on either end—it sits in the tendon, explains Kevin Stone, M.D., orthopedic ...

The knee is the largest joint in the body and one of the most complex. A fractured knee can cause pain, swelling, and reduced range of motion. Treatment for this fracture may involve surgery or ...