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Congenital knee dislocation?

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GemLou84
GemLou84

Hi all. I've had problems with my knees since the age of 11 (now 35) both kneecaps dislocated for the first time at age 11, eventually fixed in right knee with TTT, Lateral release and MPFL reconstruction. Left kneecap dislocated about 12 weeks ago for first time in 15 years and since then dislocates again about twice a week.

Physiotherapist has told me I need surgical intervention and in her opinion the MPFL is the problem.

GP has referred me (14 week wait) so I have managed to secure an appointment at a private hospital with an orthopaedic consultant and being seen in 2 weeks.

On my referral letter the GP has stated that I have congenital knee dislocation, I've not been told this as a diagnosis before and I'm unsure what it really means and what can be done.

Does anyone have any experience with this and could offer me any advice?

I'm really struggling with this as I feel as though I am back at square one like I was with my right knee, work is being affected and I am struggling when looking after my 4 year old.

Thanks very much in advance x

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