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  2. Aug 19, 2021 · Your LCL (lateral collateral ligament) is a vital band of tissue on the outside of your knee. Athletes are more likely to tear it, causing a lot of pain and other symptoms. LCL tears usually heal after three to 12 weeks, depending on severity.

  3. Aug 11, 2021 · The lateral collateral ligament (LCL) is a thin band of connective tissue that runs along the outside of the knee. It connects the femur to the fibula and stabilizes the knee, bracing it from...

  4. During LCL surgery, the graft is attached to the thighbone and lower leg bone using screws and sutures. If a lateral collateral ligament cannot be repaired, a surgeon will recommend reconstruction surgery. LCL reconstruction removes the damaged LCL tissue and replaces it with a tendon graft.

  5. The lateral collateral ligament (LCL) or fibular collateral ligament, is one of the major stabilizers of the knee joint with a primary purpose of preventing excess varus and posterior-lateral rotation of the knee.

  6. Feb 27, 2024 · Objectives: Identify the signs and symptoms suggestive of a lateral collateral ligament injury. Create appropriate evaluation strategies for suspected lateral collateral ligament injuries. Compare the management options available for lateral collateral ligament knee injuries.

    • Reed J. Yaras, Nicholas O'Neill, Amjad M. Yaish
    • 2024/02/27
    • 2021
  7. A lateral collateral ligament (LCL) injury is usually caused by pressure or an injury that pushes the knee joint from the inside, which results in stress on the outside part of the joint. Learn about diagnosis and treatment options available at Penn.

  8. Feb 11, 2024 · Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) injuries of the knee typically occur due to a sudden varus force to the knee and often present in combination with other ipsilateral ligamentous knee injuries (ie. PLC, ACL).

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