Mr Tim Spalding
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A dislocated kneecap is a common injury, so it’s good to know what to do if you experience it. Tim Spalding, Specialist Knee Surgeon, explains how to tell if you’ve got a dislocated kneecap, why you might get one, and how to treat it.
Updated: Wednesday 16 February 2022
Published: Tuesday 28 January 2020