Sprain/Strain LCL of Knee
$74.97
Definition:
An injury to the LCL of the knee when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dilocation or fracture; or an injury resulting from tensile force to muscle or tendon of the LCL of knee.
Symptoms- Knee swelling
- Locking or catching of the knee with movement
- Pain or tenderness along the outside of the knee
- Knee gives way
- Knee pain
Causes- Direct blow to the inside of the knee
- Quick stopping while running
- Repetitive stress to lateral knee
Treatment- ROM and stretching
- Knee stabilization exercises
- Lower extremity strengthening exercises
- Gait program