torn MCL
Knee ligament injury
A torn MCL is an injury to the medial collateral ligament, the band of tissue running along the inner side of the knee that stabilizes the joint.
MCL tears commonly result from blows to the outer knee or sudden twisting motions, making them frequent in contact sports like football and hockey.
He's out for six weeks with a torn MCL.
Severity ranges from mild sprains to complete ruptures, though most heal without surgery.
- kneeLeg's middle hinge
- ligamentConnective tissue between bones
- injuryPhysical or psychological harm
- sprainLigament stretch injury
- swellingAbnormal tissue enlargement
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- Sports Injuriesmuscle strain, tendonitis, ligament sprain, hamstring strain, stress fracture
- joint injuriesligament tear, MCL tear, ACL tear, ligament strain, ligament sprain
- ski injuriesACL tear, broken leg, broken arm, ACL tears, concussion
physical capability
torn MCLfully functional