title: Management of Acute Patellar Dislocation: A Case Report.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  The purpose of this case study is to describe the evaluation and management of patellar dislocations and the different approaches used from providers in different countries.
  
  
  METHODS
  An individual dislocated her left patella while traveling abroad and received subsequent care in Thailand, China, and the United States.
  
  
  RESULTS
  Nonoperative treatment protocols including manual closed reduction of the patella, casting of the leg, and rehabilitation exercises were employed.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Receipt of care when abroad can be challenging. The patient's knee range of motion and pain continued to improve when she was diligent about performing the home exercise program. This case highlights the importance of a thorough examination, a proper regimen of care, and patient counseling to ensure a full recovery and minimize the chance of re-injury.
authors.affiliation: Associate Professor of Research, Research Division, Logan University, Chesterfield, MO.
authors.forename: Dennis E
authors.initials: DE
authors.lastname: Enix
authors.affiliation: Assistant Professor, Research Division, Logan University, Chesterfield, MO.
authors.forename: Kasey
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Sudkamp
authors.affiliation: Graduate Student, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Cupecoy, Saint Maartin.
authors.forename: Frank
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Scali
authors.affiliation: Research Assistant, Logan University, Chesterfield, MO.
authors.forename: Robbyn
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Keating
authors.affiliation: Diagnostic Imaging Fellow, Department of Radiology, Logan University, Chesterfield, MO.
authors.forename: Aaron
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Welk
keywords: Dislocations; Knee; Patella; Rehabilitation