subluxation

subluxation occurs when a bone is partially pulled or pushed out of place (out of its normal relationship to the other bones that make up a joint). this can happen in joints such as the kneecap, hip, finger, elbow, or shoulder.

a subluxation may be caused by a direct blow to the joint, a fall, or a sudden twisting movement. everyday activities may cause this injury if a person has unstable joints.

although a subluxation may feel better because the dislocated bone has partially popped back into place, it can still be a problem that needs medical evaluation.

soft tissues in or around a joint (such as ligaments, tendons, muscles, cartilage, and the joint capsule) may stretch or tear.
nerves and blood vessels may be damaged by the injury.

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subluxation

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