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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) I... Learning Center

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Medial collateral ligament(MCL) injury is a stretch, partial tear, or complete tear of the ligament on the inside of the knee.Knee injury- medial collateral ligament(MCL); MCL injury.The medial collateral ligament(MCL) ...

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Causes
The MCL is usually injured by pressure placed on the knee joint from the outside. It is often injured at the same tim...
Treatments
The health care provider will examine your knee. An MCL test will be done to detect looseness of the ligament.
Risk Factors
Prevention
Use proper techniques when playing sports or exercising. Many cases are not preventable.

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