What are Dislocations?

Dislocations occur when bones are forced out of their normal positions, often due to trauma or accidents.

Symptoms

• Severe pain
• Swelling and bruising
• Inability to move the joint
• Deformity or visibly out-of-place joint

Treatment

• Reduction: Manually repositioning the bone back into place.
• Immobilisation: Using splints or braces to keep the joint stable during healing.
• Medications: Pain relief and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Surgery: In cases of severe or recurrent dislocations.

Recovery

Recovery time varies but generally ranges from a few weeks to several months, depending on the severity of the dislocation.