{"id":1492,"date":"2025-02-10T14:13:15","date_gmt":"2025-02-10T14:13:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/?page_id=1492"},"modified":"2025-03-07T14:30:18","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T14:30:18","slug":"trochleoplasty","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/en\/orthopedics\/knee-surgery\/trochleoplasty\/","title":{"rendered":"Trochleoplasty"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-66609a2 headerblock is-style-stackable_columns is-style-stackable_columns_polygon\" data-block-id=\"66609a2\"><style>.stk-66609a2-column{--stk-columns-spacing:0px !important;--stk-column-gap:60px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-66609a2-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-0a63656\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"0a63656\"><style>.stk-0a63656-container{margin-top:0px 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class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-8dcf1cd\" id=\"strong-120-br-strong-experts\" data-block-id=\"8dcf1cd\"><style>.stk-8dcf1cd {padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}.stk-8dcf1cd .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:16px !important;color:var(--accent) !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-8dcf1cd .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:16px !important;}}<\/style><p class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-color\"><strong>120+<br><\/strong>Experts<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">A recurrent dislocation of the kneecap can cause significant discomfort and may lead to long-term cartilage damage. In cases of a congenital malformation of the trochlear groove &#8211; known as <strong>trochlear dysplasia<\/strong> &#8211; surgical correction may be necessary. Trochleoplasty is a proven procedure designed to improve patellar tracking and restore long-term stability of the kneecap, reducing the risk of future dislocations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-19d7e5f\" data-block-id=\"19d7e5f\"><style>.stk-19d7e5f {margin-top:100px !important;margin-bottom:92px !important;}.stk-19d7e5f-column{--stk-column-gap:60px !important;row-gap:40px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-19d7e5f-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-a8137db stk-block-background stk--has-background-overlay\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"a8137db\"><style>.stk-a8137db-inner-blocks{align-items:flex-end !important;justify-content:flex-end !important;}.stk-a8137db {background-image:url(https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Knieschmerzen.png) !important;border-top-left-radius:20px !important;border-top-right-radius:20px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:20px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:20px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--accent-4) !important;border-top-width:20px !important;border-right-width:20px !important;border-bottom-width:20px !important;border-left-width:20px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-a8137db-container{min-height:350px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-a8137db-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk--column-flex stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-a8137db-inner-blocks\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-e4cc42c\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"e4cc42c\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-e4cc42c-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-e4cc42c-inner-blocks\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-66fc571e3595f6c2c4a9d6a84a8b1922\" style=\"font-size:43px\"><strong><strong>When Is a Trochleoplasty Necessary?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>Trochleoplasty is performed in patients with recurrent patellar dislocations, especially when conservative treatments fail to provide relief. The following symptoms and diagnoses may indicate the need for surgery:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list stk-block-icon-list stk-block stk-229148f\" data-block-id=\"229148f\"><style>.stk-229148f .stk-block-icon-list-item__content{gap:10px !important;}.stk-229148f {--stk-icon-list-marker-color:var(--accent) !important;--stk-icon-height:20px !important;}<\/style><svg style=\"display:none\"><defs><g id=\"stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-229148f\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 512A256 256 0 1 0 256 0a256 256 0 1 0 0 512zM369 209L241 337c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-64-64c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0l47 47L335 175c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0s9.4 24.6 0 33.9z\"\/><\/svg><\/g><\/defs><\/svg><ul class=\"stk-block-icon-list__ul stk-block-icon-list--column\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-1e98d58\" data-block-id=\"1e98d58\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-229148f\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Patellar instability:<\/strong> The kneecap dislocates and does not track properly within the joint.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-08981b7\" data-block-id=\"08981b7\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-229148f\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Trochlear dysplasia:<\/strong> A malformation of the trochlea, leading to insufficient stabilization of the kneecap.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-d6f278f\" data-block-id=\"d6f278f\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-229148f\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Habitual patellar dislocation:<\/strong> Recurrent kneecap dislocation without external trauma.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-554c36c\" data-block-id=\"554c36c\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-229148f\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Cartilage and bone damage:<\/strong> Long-term strain from an unstable patella can lead to cartilage deterioration.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-5cc6b09\" data-block-id=\"5cc6b09\"><style>.stk-5cc6b09 {margin-top:100px !important;margin-bottom:92px !important;}.stk-5cc6b09-column{--stk-column-gap:60px !important;row-gap:40px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-5cc6b09 {margin-bottom:50px !important;}}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-5cc6b09-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-af85c74\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"af85c74\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-af85c74-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-af85c74-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p class=\"is-style-title-gradient\"><strong>OUR EXPERTISE<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Specialists for <strong>Trochleoplasty in Munich<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>Munich Airport Clinic provides optimal conditions for knee surgeries. Trochleoplasty is performed by our experienced specialists, ensuring expert surgical care. Thanks to modern surgical techniques and precise diagnostics, our patients benefit from the best possible treatment outcomes and a faster, more effective recovery.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-86c8b95 stk-block-background stk--has-background-overlay\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"86c8b95\"><style>.stk-86c8b95-inner-blocks{align-items:flex-end !important;justify-content:flex-end !important;}.stk-86c8b95 {background-image:url(https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MediCare-Interior-Empfang-e1739956298746.png) !important;border-top-left-radius:20px !important;border-top-right-radius:20px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:20px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:20px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--accent-4) !important;border-top-width:20px !important;border-right-width:20px !important;border-bottom-width:20px !important;border-left-width:20px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-86c8b95-container{min-height:350px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-86c8b95-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk--column-flex stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-86c8b95-inner-blocks\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-9c92426\" data-block-id=\"9c92426\"><style>.stk-9c92426 {margin-bottom:85px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-button-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button is-style-ghost stk-block stk-f1c1143\" data-block-id=\"f1c1143\"><style>.stk-f1c1143 .stk-button{background:var(--base-3) !important;border-top-left-radius:10px !important;border-top-right-radius:10px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:10px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:10px !important;}.stk-f1c1143 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--accent-2) !important;opacity:1 !important;}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,  .stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-f1c1143 .stk-button:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-f1c1143 .stk-button:before{border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--accent) !important;}.stk-f1c1143 .stk-button:hover:before{border-color:var(--accent-2) !important;}.stk-f1c1143 .stk-button .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-f1c1143 .stk-button .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--accent) !important;}.stk-f1c1143 .stk-button:hover .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-f1c1143 .stk-button:hover .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--accent-2) !important;}.stk-f1c1143 .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--accent) !important;}.stk-f1c1143 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--base-3) !important;}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-darken\" href=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/en\/our-surgeons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"has-text-color stk-button__inner-text\">View All Doctors<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-title-gradient\"><strong>STEP BY STEP<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-93359c7\" id=\"procedure-of-strong-trochleoplasty-surgery-strong\" data-block-id=\"93359c7\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-align-center\">Procedure of <strong>Trochleoplasty Surgery<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Trochleoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the trochlea to ensure the kneecap is properly stabilized within the joint.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-56c5858\" id=\"1-preoperative-preparation\" data-block-id=\"56c5858\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">1. Preoperative Preparation<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p id=\"1-vorbereitung-der-operation\">Before the surgery, a <strong>comprehensive clinical examination and imaging diagnostics<\/strong> are performed. Based on the patient&#8217;s <strong>individual knee anatomy<\/strong>, the surgeon determines whether a deepening <strong>trochleoplasty<\/strong> is necessary or if an additional stabilization procedure, such as MPFL reconstruction, is required. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p id=\"1-vorbereitung-der-operation\"><strong>Good to know:<\/strong><br>MPFL stands for Medial Patellofemoral Ligament, a ligament on the inner side of the knee that stabilizes the <strong>kneecap (patella)<\/strong> and prevents it from dislocating outward. In patients with <strong>frequent kneecap dislocations<\/strong>, this ligament is often damaged and may need reconstruction.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-71d2de4\" data-block-id=\"71d2de4\"><style>.stk-71d2de4 {margin-top:30px !important;margin-bottom:35px !important;}.stk-71d2de4-column{--stk-column-gap:60px !important;row-gap:40px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-71d2de4 {margin-top:60px !important;}}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-71d2de4-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-06739cf\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"06739cf\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-06739cf-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-06739cf-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-689e1eb\" id=\"2-the-surgery\" data-block-id=\"689e1eb\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">2. The Surgery<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>Trochleoplasty is typically performed under <strong>general anesthesia<\/strong> and takes about <strong>1\u20132 hours<\/strong>. The procedure involves the following steps:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list stk-block-icon-list has-text-align-left stk-block stk-7069330\" data-block-id=\"7069330\"><style>.stk-7069330 .stk-block-icon-list-item__content{gap:13px !important;}.stk-7069330 {--stk-icon-list-marker-color:var(--accent) !important;--stk-icon-height:20px !important;}.stk-7069330 .stk-block-icon-list__group{margin-inline:0 auto !important;}<\/style><svg style=\"display:none\"><defs><g id=\"stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-7069330\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 512A256 256 0 1 0 256 0a256 256 0 1 0 0 512zM369 209L241 337c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-64-64c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0l47 47L335 175c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0s9.4 24.6 0 33.9z\"\/><\/svg><\/g><\/defs><\/svg><ul class=\"stk-block-icon-list__ul stk-block-icon-list--column\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-49a2bce\" data-block-id=\"49a2bce\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-7069330\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Exposure of the knee joint:<\/strong> A small incision is made to access the knee.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-d13d51a\" data-block-id=\"d13d51a\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-7069330\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Reshaping the trochlea:<\/strong> The surgeon carefully modifies the trochlea, ensuring the kneecap moves properly within the groove. Bone and cartilage structures are sculpted to optimize stability.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-39500e8\" data-block-id=\"39500e8\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-7069330\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Fixation:<\/strong> If necessary, the newly shaped trochlea is secured with biodegradable materials that naturally dissolve over time.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-12d9094\" data-block-id=\"12d9094\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-7069330\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Additional procedures:<\/strong> If required, an MPFL reconstruction or lateral release is performed.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p><strong>Good to know:<\/strong><br>A lateral release is a procedure that lengthens tight structures on the <strong>outer side of the kneecap<\/strong>. The goal is to reduce tension on the patella, allowing it to return to its natural gliding path without excessive pulling. This comprehensive surgical approach ensures that the kneecap remains stable and properly aligned, minimizing the risk of future dislocations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk--hide-mobile stk-block stk-9245908\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"9245908\"><style>.stk-9245908-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-9245908-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk--column-flex stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-9245908-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-dc27f1b is-style-stackable_image_polygon\" data-block-id=\"dc27f1b\"><style>.stk-dc27f1b .stk-img-wrapper{width:571px !important;height:690px !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-932\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Experten-1.png\" width=\"400\" height=\"500\" alt=\"Minimalinvasive Gelenkchirurgie.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Experten-1.png 400w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Experten-1-240x300.png 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-228fedd\" id=\"3-immediately-after-surgery\" data-block-id=\"228fedd\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">3. Immediately After Surgery<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p id=\"3-direkt-nach-der-op\">Following the procedure, the <strong>knee is stabilized<\/strong> with a special brace to ensure optimal healing. Early physiotherapy mobilization typically begins on the first postoperative day. Patients generally stay at our Munich Airport Clinic for one to two days before being discharged.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-fda3a47\" data-block-id=\"fda3a47\"><style>.stk-fda3a47 {margin-top:130px !important;margin-bottom:100px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-fda3a47 {margin-bottom:60px !important;}}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-fda3a47-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-700bae4\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"700bae4\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-700bae4-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-700bae4-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-title-gradient\">AFTER THE SURGERY<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-8683dd0 is-style-title-gradient\" id=\"strong-rehabilitation-and-aftercare-strong\" data-block-id=\"8683dd0\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-align-center\"><strong>Rehabilitation and Aftercare<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-7abab66\" data-block-id=\"7abab66\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-7abab66-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-64ffaa5\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"64ffaa5\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-64ffaa5-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-64ffaa5-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-5d86e7d\" data-block-id=\"5d86e7d\"><style>.stk-5d86e7d-column{--stk-column-gap:60px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-5d86e7d-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-e3a6f72 stk-block-background stk--has-background-overlay\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"e3a6f72\"><style>.stk-e3a6f72-inner-blocks{align-items:flex-end !important;justify-content:flex-end !important;}.stk-e3a6f72 {background-image:url(https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Physio-nach-Trochleaplastik.png) !important;border-top-left-radius:20px !important;border-top-right-radius:20px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:20px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:20px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--accent-2) !important;border-top-width:20px !important;border-right-width:20px !important;border-bottom-width:20px !important;border-left-width:20px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-e3a6f72-container{min-height:350px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-e3a6f72 {margin-bottom:40px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-e3a6f72-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk--column-flex stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-e3a6f72-inner-blocks\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-10816ed\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"10816ed\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-10816ed-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"has-text-align-left stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-10816ed-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-0baf692\" id=\"phase-1-up-to-week-2-protection-and-stabilization\" data-block-id=\"0baf692\"><style>.stk-0baf692 {margin-bottom:17px !important;}<\/style><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-align-left\">Phase 1 (Up to Week 2) \u2013 Protection and Stabilization<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>After surgery, the knee must be mobilized carefully to ensure optimal healing of the treated structures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list stk-block-icon-list has-text-align-left stk-block stk-53a0f95\" data-block-id=\"53a0f95\"><style>.stk-53a0f95 .stk-block-icon-list-item__content{gap:13px !important;}.stk-53a0f95 {--stk-icon-list-marker-color:var(--accent) !important;--stk-icon-height:20px !important;}.stk-53a0f95 .stk-block-icon-list__group{margin-inline:0 auto !important;}<\/style><svg style=\"display:none\"><defs><g id=\"stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-53a0f95\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 512A256 256 0 1 0 256 0a256 256 0 1 0 0 512zM369 209L241 337c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-64-64c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0l47 47L335 175c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0s9.4 24.6 0 33.9z\"\/><\/svg><\/g><\/defs><\/svg><ul class=\"stk-block-icon-list__ul stk-block-icon-list--column\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-6a15f55\" data-block-id=\"6a15f55\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-53a0f95\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Limited movement:<\/strong> The knee can be bent up to <strong>90\u00b0<\/strong> in the first weeks.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-a7d4fd9\" data-block-id=\"a7d4fd9\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-53a0f95\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Teilweise Entlastung:<\/strong> Patients use crutches to avoid excessive strain on the operated leg.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-94fc667\" id=\"phase-2-weeks-3-6-gradual-mobilization\" data-block-id=\"94fc667\"><style>.stk-94fc667 {margin-bottom:17px !important;}<\/style><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-align-left\">Phase 2 (Weeks 3\u20136) \u2013 Gradual Mobilization<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>The knee can now gradually bear more weight as healing progresses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list stk-block-icon-list has-text-align-left stk-block stk-8a15c8e\" data-block-id=\"8a15c8e\"><style>.stk-8a15c8e .stk-block-icon-list-item__content{gap:13px !important;}.stk-8a15c8e {--stk-icon-list-marker-color:var(--accent) !important;--stk-icon-height:20px !important;}.stk-8a15c8e .stk-block-icon-list__group{margin-inline:0 auto !important;}<\/style><svg style=\"display:none\"><defs><g id=\"stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-8a15c8e\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 512A256 256 0 1 0 256 0a256 256 0 1 0 0 512zM369 209L241 337c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-64-64c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0l47 47L335 175c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0s9.4 24.6 0 33.9z\"\/><\/svg><\/g><\/defs><\/svg><ul class=\"stk-block-icon-list__ul stk-block-icon-list--column\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-54b67e4\" data-block-id=\"54b67e4\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-8a15c8e\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Increased mobility:<\/strong> The maximum bending angle is slowly increased until full mobility is reached.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-3b9c551\" data-block-id=\"3b9c551\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-8a15c8e\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Physiotherapy:<\/strong> Targeted exercises strengthen muscles and stabilize the knee.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-1ad65fe\" data-block-id=\"1ad65fe\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-8a15c8e\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\">Patients can begin walking without crutches.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-385f9f1\" id=\"phase-3-from-week-12-strengthening-and-return-to-activity\" data-block-id=\"385f9f1\"><style>.stk-385f9f1 {margin-bottom:17px !important;}<\/style><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-align-left\">Phase 3 (From Week 12) \u2013 Strengthening and Return to Activity<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>As the knee gains more strength and flexibility, patients can start returning to daily activities and sports.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list stk-block-icon-list has-text-align-left stk-block stk-7c7ac0b\" data-block-id=\"7c7ac0b\"><style>.stk-7c7ac0b .stk-block-icon-list-item__content{gap:13px !important;}.stk-7c7ac0b {--stk-icon-list-marker-color:var(--accent) !important;--stk-icon-height:20px !important;}.stk-7c7ac0b .stk-block-icon-list__group{margin-inline:0 auto !important;}<\/style><svg style=\"display:none\"><defs><g id=\"stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-7c7ac0b\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 512A256 256 0 1 0 256 0a256 256 0 1 0 0 512zM369 209L241 337c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-64-64c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0l47 47L335 175c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0s9.4 24.6 0 33.9z\"\/><\/svg><\/g><\/defs><\/svg><ul class=\"stk-block-icon-list__ul stk-block-icon-list--column\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-a5ff0f1\" data-block-id=\"a5ff0f1\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-7c7ac0b\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Rehabilitation training:<\/strong> Coordination and strengthening exercises help stabilize the knee.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-1975c23\" data-block-id=\"1975c23\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-7c7ac0b\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Sports activities:<\/strong> Depending on healing progress, a return to sports involving knee strain is possible after 3\u20136 months.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-89f2c05\" data-block-id=\"89f2c05\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-89f2c05-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-0875cde\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"0875cde\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-0875cde-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-0875cde-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-title-gradient\">BENEFITS<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Your Benefits at the Munich Airport Clinic<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-feature-grid stk-block-feature-grid stk-block-columns stk-block stk-27cc812 is-style-float\" data-block-id=\"27cc812\"><style>.stk-27cc812 {margin-bottom:40px !important;}.stk-27cc812-column{row-gap:40px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-27cc812-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-d572ce8\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"d572ce8\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-d572ce8-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-d572ce8-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-a24d072\" data-block-id=\"a24d072\"><style>.stk-a24d072 .stk-img-wrapper{width:200px !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-939\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Behandlungen.png\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Ikon - Vorteil 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Behandlungen.png 200w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Behandlungen-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modern Equipment<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-3b80791\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"3b80791\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-3b80791-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-3b80791-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-f2bd947\" data-block-id=\"f2bd947\"><style>.stk-f2bd947 .stk-img-wrapper{width:200px !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-937\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Aerzte.png\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Ikon - Vorteil 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Aerzte.png 200w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Aerzte-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Experienced Specialists<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-4bd52b7\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"4bd52b7\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-4bd52b7-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-4bd52b7-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-a0847e0\" data-block-id=\"a0847e0\"><style>.stk-a0847e0 .stk-img-wrapper{width:200px !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-212\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ikon-vorteil-2.png\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" alt=\"Ikon - Vorteil 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ikon-vorteil-2.png 395w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ikon-vorteil-2-300x291.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 395px) 100vw, 395px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Short Waiting Times<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-feature-grid stk-block-feature-grid stk-block-columns stk-block stk-b24b4f0 is-style-float\" data-block-id=\"b24b4f0\"><style>.stk-b24b4f0-column{row-gap:40px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-b24b4f0-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-f90b79b\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"f90b79b\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-f90b79b-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-f90b79b-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-046db65\" data-block-id=\"046db65\"><style>.stk-046db65 .stk-img-wrapper{width:200px !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-945\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Iconn-Leistungsspektrum.png\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Ikon - Vorteil 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Iconn-Leistungsspektrum.png 200w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Iconn-Leistungsspektrum-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Personalized Care<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-ea2e7d8\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"ea2e7d8\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-ea2e7d8-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-ea2e7d8-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-777e2e0\" data-block-id=\"777e2e0\"><style>.stk-777e2e0 .stk-img-wrapper{width:200px !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-947\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-OP.png\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Ikon - Vorteil 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-OP.png 200w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-OP-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Easy Accessibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-306f980\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"306f980\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-306f980-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-306f980-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-879e713\" data-block-id=\"879e713\"><style>.stk-879e713 .stk-img-wrapper{width:200px !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-943\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Minimalinvasiv.png\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Ikon - Vorteil 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Minimalinvasiv.png 200w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Icon-Minimalinvasiv-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>High Hygiene Standards<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-8894bb7\" data-block-id=\"8894bb7\"><style>.stk-8894bb7 {margin-top:130px !important;margin-bottom:100px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-8894bb7-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-ad54eab\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"ad54eab\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-ad54eab-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-ad54eab-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-title-gradient\">DIAGNOSIS<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-4949b3d\" id=\"strong-diagnostics-how-is-trochlear-dysplasia-identified-strong\" data-block-id=\"4949b3d\"><style>@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-4949b3d .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:32px !important;}}<\/style><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-align-center\"><strong>Diagnostics: How Is Trochlear Dysplasia Identified?<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">To reliably diagnose trochlear dysplasia, various imaging techniques are used to assess the structure and alignment of the knee joint.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-carousel stk-block-carousel stk--is-slide stk--arrows-justify-flex-end stk--arrows-align-flex-end stk-block stk-55098bf\" data-slides-to-show=\"3\" data-block-id=\"55098bf\"><style>.stk-55098bf {--slides-to-show:3 !important;}.stk-55098bf .stk-block-carousel__buttons{justify-content:flex-end !important;align-items:flex-end !important;}.stk-55098bf .stk-block-carousel__dots{justify-content:flex-start !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-55098bf {--slides-to-show:1 !important;}}<\/style><div class=\"stk-block-carousel__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-block-carousel__slider-wrapper stk-content-align stk-55098bf-column\"><div class=\"stk-block-carousel__slider\" role=\"list\" data-label-slide-of=\"Slide %%d of %%d\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-9d88c95 stk-block-background\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"9d88c95\"><style>.stk-9d88c95 {background-color:var(--base-2) !important;border-top-left-radius:25px !important;border-top-right-radius:25px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:25px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:25px !important;overflow:hidden !important;}.stk-9d88c95:before{background-color:var(--base-2) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-9d88c95-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-9d88c95-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-374d5b1\" data-block-id=\"374d5b1\"><style>.stk-374d5b1 .stk-img-wrapper{height:250px !important;}.stk-374d5b1 .stk-img-wrapper img{border-radius:25px !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-1302\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MRT.png\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" alt=\"MRT.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MRT.png 700w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MRT-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MRT-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">MRI<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">An MRI scan provides detailed cross-sectional images of the knee joint, allowing for a precise assessment of the trochlea. It helps determine whether there is a flattening or malformation of the trochlear groove. Additionally, MRI imaging evaluates the condition of the cartilage tissue, enabling the early detection of potential damage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-6e30fe2 stk-block-background\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"6e30fe2\"><style>.stk-6e30fe2 {background-color:var(--base-2) !important;border-top-left-radius:25px !important;border-top-right-radius:25px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:25px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:25px !important;overflow:hidden !important;}.stk-6e30fe2:before{background-color:var(--base-2) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-6e30fe2-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-6e30fe2-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-image stk-block-image stk-block stk-a8490d7\" data-block-id=\"a8490d7\"><style>.stk-a8490d7 .stk-img-wrapper{height:250px !important;}.stk-a8490d7 .stk-img-wrapper img{border-radius:25px !important;object-position:51% 24% !important;}<\/style><figure><span class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-1304\" src=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Roentgen.png\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" alt=\"R\u00f6ntgenbilder zur Diagnositk.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Roentgen.png 700w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Roentgen-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/munich-airport-clinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Roentgen-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/span><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">X-Ray<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph center\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">An X-ray of the knee is particularly useful for analyzing the bony structures. It helps determine whether the trochlea has a normal depth or if there is a deviation in joint alignment. Additionally, X-ray imaging can be performed in various flexion positions to assess the patellar alignment under load.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"stk-block-carousel__buttons\"><button class=\"stk-block-carousel__button stk-block-carousel__button__prev\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"chevron-left\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chevron-left\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M34.52 239.03L228.87 44.69c9.37-9.37 24.57-9.37 33.94 0l22.67 22.67c9.36 9.36 9.37 24.52.04 33.9L131.49 256l154.02 154.75c9.34 9.38 9.32 24.54-.04 33.9l-22.67 22.67c-9.37 9.37-24.57 9.37-33.94 0L34.52 272.97c-9.37-9.37-9.37-24.57 0-33.94z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><button class=\"stk-block-carousel__button stk-block-carousel__button__next\" aria-label=\"Next slide\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"chevron-right\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chevron-right\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><\/div><\/div><div class=\"stk-block-carousel__dots\" role=\"list\" data-label=\"Slide %%d\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-833bb78\" data-block-id=\"833bb78\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-833bb78-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-98cf398\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"98cf398\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-98cf398-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-98cf398-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-7c0e915\" id=\"strong-dejour-classification-strong-br-when-is-surgery-necessary\" data-block-id=\"7c0e915\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-align-center\"><strong>Dejour Classification:<\/strong><br>When Is Surgery Necessary?<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>The Dejour classification categorizes trochlear dysplasia into four severity levels:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list stk-block-icon-list has-text-align-left stk-block stk-9ac7302\" data-block-id=\"9ac7302\"><style>.stk-9ac7302 .stk-block-icon-list-item__content{gap:13px !important;}.stk-9ac7302 {--stk-icon-list-marker-color:var(--accent) !important;--stk-icon-height:20px !important;}.stk-9ac7302 .stk-block-icon-list__group{margin-inline:0 auto !important;}<\/style><svg style=\"display:none\"><defs><g id=\"stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-9ac7302\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 512A256 256 0 1 0 256 0a256 256 0 1 0 0 512zM369 209L241 337c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-64-64c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0l47 47L335 175c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0s9.4 24.6 0 33.9z\"\/><\/svg><\/g><\/defs><\/svg><ul class=\"stk-block-icon-list__ul stk-block-icon-list--column\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-95add84\" data-block-id=\"95add84\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-9ac7302\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Type A:<\/strong> Flat trochlea without significant deformity. The kneecap&#8217;s movement is not severely restricted.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-dfafe2b\" data-block-id=\"dfafe2b\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-9ac7302\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Type B:<\/strong> Noticeable flattening with the beginning of trochlear malformation. Initial patellar dislocations may occur.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-ac2afe6\" data-block-id=\"ac2afe6\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-9ac7302\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Type C:<\/strong> Asymmetrical trochlea with a significantly raised outer ridge. The risk of kneecap dislocation is high.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-1b422c9\" data-block-id=\"1b422c9\"><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-9ac7302\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text\"><strong>Type D:<\/strong> Severe malformation with an extremely pronounced lateral bump and cartilage damage. The patella lacks stable support.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>Surgical treatment is advisable from <strong>Type B onwards<\/strong>, especially if conservative measures do not provide sufficient patellar stability or if multiple patellar dislocations have already occurred.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p>A trochleoplasty can significantly improve the quality of life for patients with <strong>chronic patellar instability<\/strong>. By correcting the trochlea, the kneecap is stabilized, preventing further dislocations. After a targeted rehabilitation program, most patients can walk pain-free again and return to sports activities.<br><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-7e5f23c faqblock\" data-block-id=\"7e5f23c\"><style>.stk-7e5f23c {margin-top:65px !important;}.stk-7e5f23c-column{--stk-column-gap:60px !important;row-gap:40px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-7e5f23c-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-044baee\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"044baee\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-044baee-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-044baee-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-paragraph left\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left is-style-title-gradient\">FAQ<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><br>About Trochleoplasty<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-abef449\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"abef449\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-abef449-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-abef449-inner-blocks\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk--single-open stk-block stk-f2c076a is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"f2c076a\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-a76881f stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"a76881f\"><style>.stk-a76881f-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-a76881f-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-a76881f-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-4c8f7be stk-block-background\" data-block-id=\"4c8f7be\"><style>.stk-4c8f7be {background-color:var(--base-2) !important;}.stk-4c8f7be:hover{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,  .stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-4c8f7be{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-4c8f7be{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}.stk-4c8f7be:before{background-color:var(--base-2) !important;}.stk-4c8f7be:hover:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,  .stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-4c8f7be:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-4c8f7be:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-7c724b1\" id=\"strong-strong-strong-strong-kneecap-dislocation-is-trochleoplasty-surgery-necessary-strong-strong-strong-strong\" data-block-id=\"7c724b1\"><style>.stk-7c724b1 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:20px !important;}.stk-7c724b1 .stk-block-heading__text:hover{color:var(--base-3) !important;}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,  .stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-7c724b1 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--base-3) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-7c724b1 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--base-3) !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-7c724b1 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:20px !important;}}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Kneecap Dislocation \u2013 Is Trochleoplasty Surgery Necessary?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-da477e1\" data-block-id=\"da477e1\"><style>.stk-da477e1 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child{height:22px !important;width:22px !important;}.stk-da477e1 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-da477e1 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--accent) !important;}.stk-da477e1 .stk--svg-wrapper:hover .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-da477e1 .stk--svg-wrapper:hover .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--base-3) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-da477e1 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child,  :where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-da477e1 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--base-3) !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper stk--has-icon2\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-da477e1\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-da-477-e-1-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-da-477-e-1-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M256 80c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32s-32 14.3-32 32V224H48c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32H192V432c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32s32-14.3 32-32V288H400c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32H256V80z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"stk--inner-svg stk--icon-2\" style=\"display:none\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-da477e1\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-da-477-e-1-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-da-477-e-1-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.7-14.3 32-32 32L48 288c-17.7 0-32-14.3-32-32s14.3-32 32-32l352 0c17.7 0 32 14.3 32 32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-a5d7a47 stk-block-background stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"a5d7a47\"><style>.stk-a5d7a47-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}.stk-a5d7a47 {background-color:var(--accent) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-a5d7a47:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-a5d7a47-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-a5d7a47-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p class=\"has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dd06d436641a2dd1e493e01da08e86c8\">Whether trochleoplasty is required depends on the cause and frequency of the patellar dislocation. If the kneecap frequently dislocates, it may indicate knee joint instability. <span style=\"color: var(--base-3);\" class=\"stk-highlight\">Occasional dislocations without additional symptoms can often be treated conservatively, such as through physiotherapy to strengthen the muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p class=\"has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-200556d8114c980ee4eef7dc04d78228\">However, if patellar dislocation occurs regularly or if trochlear dysplasia is present, surgical treatment may be necessary.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk--single-open stk-block stk-5aa1b5c is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"5aa1b5c\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-0942488 stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" 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.stk-block-heading__text{font-size:20px !important;}}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>How long does trochleoplasty surgery take?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-e631408\" data-block-id=\"e631408\"><style>.stk-e631408 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child{height:22px !important;width:22px !important;}.stk-e631408 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-e631408 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--accent) !important;}.stk-e631408 .stk--svg-wrapper:hover .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-e631408 .stk--svg-wrapper:hover .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--base-3) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-e631408 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child,  :where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-e631408 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--base-3) !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper stk--has-icon2\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-e631408\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-e-631408-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-e-631408-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M256 80c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32s-32 14.3-32 32V224H48c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32H192V432c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32s32-14.3 32-32V288H400c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32H256V80z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"stk--inner-svg stk--icon-2\" style=\"display:none\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-e631408\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-e-631408-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-e-631408-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.7-14.3 32-32 32L48 288c-17.7 0-32-14.3-32-32s14.3-32 32-32l352 0c17.7 0 32 14.3 32 32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-b7e99f3 stk-block-background stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"b7e99f3\"><style>.stk-b7e99f3-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}.stk-b7e99f3 {background-color:var(--accent) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-b7e99f3:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-b7e99f3-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-b7e99f3-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p class=\"has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ea08348d587f7bac0c33bac993ddf3c3\">The duration of a trochleoplasty procedure depends on the individual condition and any additional necessary procedures. On average, the surgery takes about 1\u20132 hours. If supplementary measures, such as MPFL reconstruction or lateral release, are required, the surgical time may vary slightly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk--single-open stk-block stk-b2b4ccd is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"b2b4ccd\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-1f05c90 stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"1f05c90\"><style>.stk-1f05c90-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-1f05c90-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-1f05c90-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-2947307 stk-block-background\" data-block-id=\"2947307\"><style>.stk-2947307 {background-color:var(--base-2) !important;}.stk-2947307:hover{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,  .stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-2947307{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-2947307{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}.stk-2947307:before{background-color:var(--base-2) !important;}.stk-2947307:hover:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,  .stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-2947307:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-2947307:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-ae76724\" id=\"strong-strong-strong-strong-how-long-is-the-recovery-time-after-kneecap-surgery-strong-strong-strong-strong\" data-block-id=\"ae76724\"><style>.stk-ae76724 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:20px !important;}.stk-ae76724 .stk-block-heading__text:hover{color:var(--base-3) !important;}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,  .stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-ae76724 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--base-3) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-ae76724 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--base-3) !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-ae76724 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:20px !important;}}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>How Long Is the Recovery Time After Kneecap Surgery?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-3d1f7ff\" data-block-id=\"3d1f7ff\"><style>.stk-3d1f7ff .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child{height:22px !important;width:22px !important;}.stk-3d1f7ff .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-3d1f7ff .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--accent) !important;}.stk-3d1f7ff .stk--svg-wrapper:hover .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-3d1f7ff .stk--svg-wrapper:hover .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--base-3) !important;}:where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-3d1f7ff .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child,  :where(.stk-block-accordion.stk--is-open) .stk-3d1f7ff .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--base-3) !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper stk--has-icon2\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-3d1f7ff\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-3-d-1-f-7-ff-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-3-d-1-f-7-ff-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M256 80c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32s-32 14.3-32 32V224H48c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32H192V432c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32s32-14.3 32-32V288H400c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32H256V80z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"stk--inner-svg stk--icon-2\" style=\"display:none\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-3d1f7ff\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-3-d-1-f-7-ff-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-3-d-1-f-7-ff-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.7-14.3 32-32 32L48 288c-17.7 0-32-14.3-32-32s14.3-32 32-32l352 0c17.7 0 32 14.3 32 32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-873bafa stk-block-background stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"873bafa\"><style>.stk-873bafa-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}.stk-873bafa {background-color:var(--accent) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-873bafa:before{background-color:var(--accent) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-873bafa-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-873bafa-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-paragraph \">\n<p class=\"has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f8dce4972928be4587c4c0775311c8b7\">The duration of time off work after kneecap surgery depends on individual healing progress and the type of job.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list stk-block-icon-list has-text-align-left stk-block stk-28fe6f9\" data-block-id=\"28fe6f9\"><style>.stk-28fe6f9 .stk-block-icon-list-item__content{gap:13px !important;}.stk-28fe6f9 {--stk-icon-list-marker-color:var(--base-3) !important;--stk-icon-height:20px !important;}.stk-28fe6f9 .stk-block-icon-list__group{margin-inline:0 auto !important;}<\/style><svg style=\"display:none\"><defs><g id=\"stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-28fe6f9\"><svg 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weeks.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-2f3c709\" data-block-id=\"2f3c709\"><style>.stk-2f3c709 .stk-block-icon-list-item__text{color:var(--base-3) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__content\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><use xlink:href=\"#stk-icon-list__icon-svg-def-28fe6f9\"><\/use><\/svg><\/div><\/span><span class=\"stk-block-icon-list-item__text has-text-color\"><strong>Physically demanding jobs:<\/strong> For professions that require high knee strain, such as manual labor or nursing, recovery may take up to 12 weeks or longer.<\/span><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list-item stk-block-icon-list-item stk-block stk-41335d2\" data-block-id=\"41335d2\"><style>.stk-41335d2 .stk-block-icon-list-item__text{color:var(--base-3) !important;}<\/style><div 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