Difference between Dislocation and Subluxation:
• Complete Dislocation: The head of the femur completely exits the acetabular socket in the pelvis.
• Subluxation: Partial displacement of the femoral head followed by spontaneous return, and it may recur.

Common Causes:
• Direct fall on the hip.
• Severe twisting of the leg or pelvis.
• Violent rotational movements during running or jumping.
• Weakness in the muscles or ligaments surrounding the pelvis.

Symptoms:
• Sudden and severe pain in the hip or thigh.
• Difficulty or inability to move the lower limb.
• Obvious deformity of the joint position (in complete dislocation).
• Feeling of instability or “looseness” in the hip joint.

Diagnosis Methods:
• Clinical examination by an orthopedic doctor.
• X-Ray to determine the location of the dislocation.
• MRI to evaluate the surrounding tissues and cartilage.

Treatment Methods:

Emergency Treatment:
• Reduction of the joint back to its place under general anesthesia.
• Temporary stabilization of the pelvis to prevent movement.

Conservative Treatment:
• Complete rest for a specified period.
• Use of crutches to reduce weight on the affected limb.
• Painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications.
• Physical therapy to strengthen the muscles around the joint.

Surgery (for recurrent cases or ligament tears):
• Joint stabilization.
• Repair of cartilage or labrum.
• Removal of any bone spurs that may cause recurrent dislocation.

Recovery Period:
Ranges from 6 to 12 weeks depending on the severity of the injury and the patient’s response to physical therapy.