MCL tear Flashcards
1
Q
Which is the most common ligament that is injured in the knee?
A
Medial collateral ligament
2
Q
What is the main function of the medial collateral ligament?
A
Valgus (lateral movement) stabiliser of the knee
3
Q
How does a medial collateral ligament tear present?
A
Sudden medial joint line pain after trauma
Tenderness along medial knee
Swelling
Increased laxity - on valgus stress test
4
Q
How is a MCL tear investigation
A
Gold standard - MRI scan
XRAY can be done post trauma to exclude any fractures
5
Q
How are MCL tears managed?
A
If mild - RICE, analgesia (NSAIDs), physio
Moderate - above + knee brace + strength training
Severe - above + crutches. Sometimes surgery will be needed (if distal avulsion)
