patella dislocation (fear of re-injury)

hi im a 18 yr old girl who dislocated my patella about 3 wks ago it was terrifying as it happen when i was getting out of bed.

i have a brace on and i am booked into the physio but i'm very worried it will happen again, the x ray showed there was little trauma to my knee so is that a good thing because i really don't want it happening again as it gave me a have a panic attack! thanks.

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Oct 27, 2008
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by: Bart - SII

It is very normal to be afraid of this injury happening again - especially so soon after the first injury. Your knee is going to feel weak for a few more weeks as you work through your rehab and build your strength back up.

Just keep following your therapists directions and you should do well.

Bart

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