Multiple & Ill-Defined Dislocations
What is it?
A dislocation is an injury to a joint, which temporarily deforms and immobilizes the joints. It is seen commonly in the shoulder and fingers joints, but may occur in different sites of the body such as the vertebras. It may occur as a result of trauma in contact sports, falls, and accidents. Complication of dislocated joints include tearing of the muscles, ligaments and tendons, nerve and blood vessel damage, susceptibility to reinjury and arthritis.
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Signs & symptoms
Symptoms may include visibly deformed or out of place joints, it can be swollen, discolored, painful and immobile.
Diagnosis
Dislocations are diagnosed on a physical examination followed by an X-ray, CT scan or MRI.
Treatment
Treatment may include reduction to bring back the bones into their position, immobilization, and rehabilitation. Reduction and immobilization are sometimes done in a surgery.
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