Why are Football Players Prone to MCL Injuries? Expert Insights from Diagnosis to Recovery
The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is a crucial stabilizing ligament on the inner side of the knee. It connects the thighbone (femur) to the shinbone (tibia) and helps prevent the knee from bending inward excessively. MCL injuries typically occur when a force pushes the knee sideways while the foot is planted, causing the ligament to […]
Sprained and torn MCLs are Common Ski Injuries: What you should know about MCL Treatment
Sprained or torn MCL injuries are among the most common ski injuries. The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is located on the inside of your knee and can be sprained or torn when pressure or hard contact stretches the ligament. If you experience a knee injury while skiing – whether it’s your MCL or something else […]
Denver MCL Specialists Diagnose MCL Injuries to Keep Coloradans Active
Denver MCL specialists continue to see a high volume of MCL injuries. The medial collateral ligament (MCL for short) is in fact the most frequently injured ligament of the knee – accounting for as many as 40% of knee ligament injuries. And because minor MCL injuries often go undiagnosed, this number is likely low. But […]
