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Give three biomechanical reasons why patellar problems might occur. What criteria would be used to determine when the athlete is ready to return to sports participation?

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The three biomechanical reasons why patellar problems occur are: instability, dislocation and dysplasia

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The criteria for a safe return to sports include the absence of pain, no effusion, a complete range of motion, stength and dynamic stability. This criteria can be applied in athletes threated with or without surgery. Ideally, patients should satisfy these criteria ate 6 weeks after a dislocation, and 3 months after surgery.

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