Knee Ligaments

Knee is the largest joint in the body. Many athletes experience injuries to their knee ligaments. There are four major ligaments in the knee. First is Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) - the ligament, located in the center of the knee, that controls rotation and forward movement of the tibia (shin bone) second is Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) - the ligament, located in the center of the knee, that controls backward movement of the tibia (shin bone) third is Medial collateral ligament (MCL) - the ligament that gives stability to the inner knee ans last is lateral collateral ligament (LCL) - the ligament that gives stability to the outer knee. There are a variety of methods used by orthopaedic surgeons to treat knee injuries in athletes. Torn knee cartilage is experienced by many people. When people talk about torn knee cartilage, they usually are referring to a torn meniscus. The mensicus is a tough, rubbery cartilage that is attached to the knee's ligaments. It acts like a shock absorber.

The most important advice is to seek treatment as soon as possible. A common method used by orthopaedic surgeons to treat mild knee injuries is R.I.C.E.-rest, ice, compression, and elevation. The injured knee is painful and swollen, especially on the medial (inner) side. By examining the knee and seeing how much the lower leg can be moved outwards, while the upper leg is held still, doctors can usually establish how badly the ligament is sprained. Ligaments connect one bone to another within a joint and help to provide stability and flexibility. Injury to each one has slightly different symptoms and treatment. It is possible to damage more than one ligament in the same incident. There are a variety of methods used by orthopaedic surgeons to treat knee injuries in athletes. The most important advice is to seek treatment as soon as possible. A common method used by orthopaedic surgeons to treat mild knee injuries is R.I.C.E.-rest, ice, compression, and elevation.

Treatment for knee ligament injuries

• Muscle-strengthening exercises.
• Protective knee brace (for use during exercise).
• Ice pack application (to reduce swelling).
• Surgery

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