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To wonder if waiting for physio for 3 weeks after a dislocated knee is ok

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LovelyL3ntils · 09/10/2024 21:05

DD’s knee dislocated really badly. It popped back in but she is in pain and too scared to put any weight on it. Earliest physio is 3 weeks and I’m worried about it stiffening up. She’s stuck on crutches and limited as to where she can go. Also worried about her MH. She has autism, hyper mobility and ADHD. MH history and struggling with not being able to go anywhere. Is a 3 week wait the norm and ok?

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MamaLazerou · 09/10/2024 21:12

Are you UK based? What kind of age is she? How long ago did she dislocate it?

Has she been seen in A&E/ by a doctor? Did they give any interim advise or precautions whilst awaiting physio? Was she given anything other than crutches? Is the physio appointment private or through the NHS?

NeverDropYourMooncup · 09/10/2024 21:08

Can't do much physio when the entire area is full of fluid and at its most painful.

Just make sure that she takes pain relief and does the exercises properly in between sessions - discomfort is normal - to make sure she doesn't lose range of motion and strengthens the leg to help increase joint stability.