A joint is formed by two or more bones. There are many joints in our bodies; some are major joints others are minor (small) joints.

Dislocation is the total loss of contact between bones at a joint.

Some of the joints that are mostly dislocated includes; hip, knee, ankle, elbow, shoulder among others.

Certain dislocations happen with associated fractures. 

Causes/Risk Factors for Dislocation.

– Sport activities 

– Accidents for example road traffic accident.

– suddenly moving the joint may also cause certain dislocations.

Signs and Symptoms of Dislocations.

– Severe pain at the affected joint.

– Swelling of the affected joint 

– Inability to use/move the joint.

– Loss of normal alignment of affected part of the body/joint.

How to confirm/diagnose Dislocations 

The doctor will examine the affected joint and test for ranges of motion of the joint.

 Appropriate tests/investigations will be done to confirm the above findings. Like ultrasound scan and x-ray.

Treatment for Dislocations 

Depending on the nature/type of Dislocations, your doctor will work to take back the dislocated bone of the joint back to its normal position.

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