The collateral ligaments are critical for maintaining medial and lateral knee stability. Injury classification and whether an injury occurs in isolation or contributes to multiligamentous instability will help guide whether conservative or surgical treatment is indicated.
Collateral Ligament Injuries
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Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Injuries
Rarely occurring in isolation, lateral collateral ligament (LCL) injuries are often part of multiligamentous injuries. LCL tear classification will help determine whether conservative or surgical treatment is appropriate.
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Injuries
Medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries can occur in isolation or with concomitant knee injuries. MCL tear classification will help determine whether conservative or surgical treatment is appropriate.