MCL / LCL Injuries
Evaluation of collateral ligament injuries and knee instability after sports or trauma, with treatment based on severity.
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MCL / LCL Injuries
Evaluation of collateral ligament injuries and knee instability after sports or trauma, with treatment based on severity.
Main MenuSports Injury
Sub Category 1Knee Arthroscopy
Sub Category 2MCL / LCL Injuries
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MCL / LCL Injuries
Collateral ligament injuries can cause pain and instability on the inside or outside of the knee, particularly after sports or trauma.
Treatment approachAssessment of ligament stability and associated injuries; bracing and rehabilitation for many injuries; surgical treatment for selected severe or combined injuries.
Care planningTreatment and return-to-activity timing depend on injury grade, stability and associated knee damage.
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MCL / LCL Injuries: Assessment, Treatment & Recovery
MCL and LCL injuries affect the ligaments on the inner and outer sides of the knee. Injury severity and associated damage guide care.
What we assess and consider
Examination of knee stability and associated injury; imaging if needed; bracing and rehabilitation may be used, with specialist treatment for complex injuries.
Common reasons for assessment
- Pain along the inner or outer knee
- Swelling after a twisting or contact injury
- Feeling of instability while walking or changing direction
Recovery and next steps: Progression focuses on motion, strength and stability, with return to sport guided by clinical reassessment. Treatment decisions are made after an individual clinical assessment; not every patient needs surgery.