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MCL/LCL

Learn about MCL/LCL, its causes, treatment options, and recommended products to help you heal.

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MCL/LCL - Essential info, expert advice and product recommendations

What is it?

The medial collateral ligament (MCL) and lateral collateral ligament (LCL) are located on the medial (inner) and lateral (outer) side of the knee. The attach to the distal (bottom) end of the femur (thighbone) and proximal (top) end of the tibia (shinbone) to play an important role in joint strength and stability. A torn MCL/LCL may include symptoms of pain, swelling and stiffness, tenderness along the inside/outside of the knee and instability.

Why do I have it?

Typically caused when a blow to either side of the patella (knee) occurs. The severity of the blow causes the ligament to stretch, resulting in a strain or tear of the ligament.

When does it hurt?

Weight-bearing activities such as standing and walking are likely to cause increased pain.

The Bracing Experts Advice

Many light-weight, hinged bracing options are available to provide additional support the sides of the patella (knee). These braces are intended for daily use and allow functionality while the ligament heals.

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The Bracing Experts Advice

Many light-weight, hinged bracing options are available to provide additional support the sides of the patella (knee). These braces are intended for daily use and allow functionality while the ligament heals.

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Learn about other Knee injuries

ACL/PCL

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) attach at the distal (bottom) end of the femur (thighbone) and proximal (top) end of the tibia (shinbone). The ACL/PCL play an important role in stabilizing the patella (knee).

Bakers Cyst

Synovial fluid lubricates the knee to reduce friction and help the leg swing smoothly. A buildup of fluid may result in a fluid-filled cyst originating on the popliteal bursa (back of the knee). Some individuals may experience no pain, while others may notice swelling and inability to fully flex the knee.

Chondromalacia

Articular cartilage covers the ends of bones inside a joint. Chondromalacia is most common in the knee and involves the softening and breakdown of this cartilage.

Knee Cap Dislocation

Dislocation refers to a condition in which the patella (kneecap) is completely displaced from its normal alignment. Majority of patella dislocations occur towards the lateral (outside) side of the knee.

Mal Tracking Knee Caps

A condition that produces abnormal stresses on the under-surface of the kneecap (patella) due to tracking abnormalities. Pain may vary from mild to severe discomfort.

Meniscus (Cartilage) Injury

The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that provides cushion between the femur (thighbone) and tibia (shinbone). A meniscus injury may include symptoms of pain, swelling and stiffness, and difficulty bending/ straightening the patella (knee).

Osgood-Schlatter

Inflammation below the knee at the point where the tendon from the kneecap (patella) attaches to the shinbone (tibia).

Osteoarthritis (Knee)

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis in the knee and involves bone-on-bone rubbing of the femur (thighbone) and tibia (shinbone).

Patella Strain/Sprain

Four ligaments and the patella tendon support the patella (knee). A stretch or tear in the tendon is termed a “strain,” whereas a stretch or tear in one of the four ligaments is termed a “sprain”.

Patellofemoral Syndrome

Patellofemoral syndrome is a condition characterized by pain in front of the knee. Pain may vary from mild to severe discomfort.

Post-Operational (Knee)

Following a variety of knee surgeries, a post-operational brace may be recommended to promote proper recovery by reducing or immobilizing the patella’s (knee) range of motion.

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