Oleh: Hana Ariyani PENGERTIAN A dislocation of a joint is a condition in which the articular surfaces of the distal and proximal bones that form the joint are no longer in anatomic alignment. A subluxation is a partial dislocation and does not cause as much deformity as a complete dislocation. In complete dislocation, the bones are literally out of joint. Traumatic dislocations are orthopedic emergencies because the associated joint structures, blood supply, and nerves are displaced and may be entrapped with extensive pressure on them. If a dislocation or subluxation is not reduced immediately, avascular necrosis (AVN) may develop. AVN of bone is caused by ischemia, which leads to necrosis or death of the bone cells. ETIOLOGI The cause is often a fall or a blow, sometimes from playing a contact sport. You can dislocate your ankles, knees, shoulders, hips, elbows and jaw. You can also dislocate your finger and toe joints. MANIFESTASI KLINIS Signs and symptoms of a traumatic dislocation include: acute pain, change in positioning of the joint, shortening of the extremity, deformity, and decreased mobility. PEMERIKSAAN DIAGNOSTIK X-ray. An X-ray of your joint is used to confirm the dislocation and may reveal broken bones or other damage to your joint. MRI. This can help your doctor assess damage to the soft tissue structures around a dislocated joint. PENATALAKSANAAN The affected joint needs to be immobilized at the scene and during transport to the hospital. The dislocation is promptly reduced and displaced parts are placed back in proper anatomic position to preserve joint function. Analgesia, muscle relaxants, and possibly anesthesia are used to facilitate closed reduction. The joint is immobilized by splints, casts, or traction and is maintained in a stable position. Neurovascular status is assessed at a minimum of every 15 minutes until stable. After reduction, if the joint is stable, gentle, progressive, active and passive movement is begun to preserve range of motion (ROM) and restore strength. Surgery. You might need surgery if your doctor can't move your dislocated bones into their correct positions or if the nearby blood vessels, nerves or ligaments have been damaged. Surgery may also be necessary if you have had recurring dislocations, especially of your shoulder. When properly repositioned, a joint will usually function and move normally again in a few weeks. Once you dislocate a shoulder or kneecap, you are more likely to dislocate it again. Wearing protective gear during sports may help prevent dislocations. PENGKAJIAN Nursing attention is geared to frequent assessment and evaluation of the injury including complete neurovascular assessment with proper documentation and communication with the physician PERENCANAAN The patient and supportive family members are educated regarding proper exercises and activities as well as danger signs and symptoms to look for, such as increasing pain (even with analgesics), numbness or tingling,and increased edema in the extremity. These signs and symptoms may indicate compartment syndrome, and if this is not identified and communicated to the treating physician, the patient may lose the extremity REHABILITASI Rest your dislocated joint. Don't repeat the action that caused your injury, and try to avoid painful movements. Apply ice and heat. Putting ice on your injured joint helps reduce inflammation and pain. Use a cold pack for 15 to 20 minutes at a time. For the first day or two, try to do this every couple of hours during the day. After two or three days, when the pain and inflammation have improved, hot packs or a heating pad may help relax tightened and sore muscles. Limit heat applications to 20 minutes at a time. Take a pain reliever. Over-the-counter medications, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others), naproxen (Aleve) or acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), can help relieve pain. Maintain the range of motion in your joint. After one or two days, do some gentle exercises as directed by your doctor or physical therapist to help maintain range of motion in your injured joint. Total inactivity can cause stiff joints.