Side ligament injuries of the knee are very common, especially in people who play sports or have a fall or accident. The two main side ligaments are:
These ligaments help keep the knee stable and straight while walking, running, or turning.
A knee ligament injury happens when the knee is pushed sideways suddenly.
This can occur during:
Ligament injuries are graded based on severity:
👉 Most MCL injuries heal without surgery.
👉 LCL injuries may sometimes need surgery, especially if other ligaments are also injured.
Most patients recover well in 4–8 weeks.
Surgery may be advised if:
At ArthroSportz Med, we focus on simple, safe, and effective knee care.
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In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
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