The cartilage of the knee can be acutely injured or can gradually tear due to chronic inflammation or arthritis. Acutely, the injury is a twist; the cartilage that is attached to and lays flat on the tibia is pinched between the femoral condyle and the tibial plateau. Pain and swelling occu...
These injuries tend to happen more often in men and boys than women and girls. Symptoms of LCL Injury If you hurt your LCL, it’s common to havepainand swelling. These symptoms are also common: Your knee may feel stiff, sore, or tender along the outer edge. ...
You can injure your MCL when your knee is pushed sideways toward the inner side of your body. A hard blow to the outer side of your knee is a common culprit. With a mild injury, your MCL may only stretch. Some of its fibers may tear. But if your injury is severe, your MCL may ...
Common Symptoms of LCL Tear Injury LCL tears cause much more severe symptoms than a minor sprain would. The injured worker may experience the following symptoms: Pain Swelling Soreness in the knee Inflammation Instability in the knee If you experience these symptoms, you should see a doctor immedi...
Your LCL (lateral collateral ligament) is a vital band of tissue on the outside of your knee. Athletes are more likely to tear it, causing a lot of pain and other symptoms. LCL tears usually heal afterthree to 12 weeks, depending on severity. You have to take care of yourself, though...