Knee Dislocation

• Knee Dislocation Overview
• Knee Dislocation Causes
• Knee Dislocation Symptoms
• When to Seek Medical Care
• Exams and Tests
• Knee Dislocation Treatment
• Self-Care at Home
• Medical Treatment
• Next Steps
• Follow-up
• Prevention
• Outlook
• Synonyms and Keywords
• Authors and Editors

Knee Dislocation Overview

A knee dislocation occurs when the bones that form your knee are out of place.

The bones of your calf (the tibia and fibula) get moved compared to the bone of your thigh (femur). The bones of your knee are held together by strong bands of tissue, called ligaments. For a knee dislocation to happen, these bands have to tear.