Old PCL Tear

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Definition:
In the case of an older PCL tear that occurred long prior to evaluation, the patient may complain of instability, or a sensation of the knee giving away. They may also complain of pain which can be in the front of the knee as well.
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Symptoms
  • Knee instability
  • Sensation of knee giving way
  • Pain in the knee
  • Stiffness in the knee
Causes
  • Bent knee hitting a dashboard in a car accident
  • An object falling on a knee that is bent
  • Misstep
  • Direct blow to the knee
  • Twisting or hyperextension injury
Treatment
  • Possible surgical intervention
  • Progressing to knee ROM and strengthening exercises
  • Core stabilization exercises

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