Simini Boards Cast

Patellar Luxation: Realignment & Rebalancing Forces

Simini Podcasts Season 1 Episode 24

In this episode of BoardsCast, we cover the multifactorial nature of patellar luxation — a deceptively simple diagnosis that demands geometric precision and a rebalancing of forces for successful correction.

We break down:

  • The anatomic forces that push the patella medially or laterally
  • How to assess limb alignment: femoral torsion, tibial rotation, trochlear depth
  • Surgical options: tibial tuberosity transposition (TTT), trochleoplasty, wedge recession, imbrication
  • Planning surgical intervention based on Q-angle, trochlear wear, and tibial alignment
  • Postoperative pitfalls, complications, and board-style scenario reviews

Whether you’re facing a limping Yorkie or reviewing for your next board case, this episode puts all the pieces of patellar luxation surgery into a reliable, mechanics-first framework.

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