Dislocations
Definition
Causes
Risk Factors
Pathophysiology
Medical Management including Surgical Management
Assessment findings and Symptoms
a history of extreme force being applied to the affected area
reduction of the displacement
occurs when the ligaments are stretched and torn around a joint ,resulting in a completely displayed articular surface of the joint
when extreme force is applied to the joint
when extreme force is applied to the joint of the shoulder, elbow, knee and temporomandibular joint
pains when moving the joint
muscle spasm may be present
swelling of the joint
x-ray shows displacement of bone
immobilising the affected part
monitoring the neurological status regularly
the anatomical position of the of the articulating surfaces is disturbed
trauma
stretching and tearing during trauma