Question 1

what is the definition or description of: ligament tear?

Accepted Answer

A stretched ligament: A ligament is the structure that helps to stabilize a joint where bones come together
in a grade 1or 2 sprain the ligament gets inflamed and stretches
in a grade 3 sprain the ligament can tear completely
you might need immobilization or even surgery for the problem.

Question 2

reduce swelling in acl ligament tear?

Accepted Answer

Ice, rest, nsaids: If you have an acute injury with an acl tear, 
you want to get the swelling down both for
comfort and to perform a reconstructive 
procedure if it will be done.
Ice, rest and nsaids are the best ways to do
this. It usually takes 2-3 weeks unless the
fluid is aspirated.

Question 3

is there any cure to anterior cruciate ligament tear?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Acl tears that are partial typically heal adequately without surgery and rarely tear completely later. Complete tears never heal spontaneously but a rare person can function without reconstruction. Most require surgery to make a new ligament, as the only means to a "cure". Acupuncture, prolotherapy, herbals, organics, prp, therapy, etc never cure acl tears.

Question 4

what should i do if my mri shows a probable ligament tear?

Accepted Answer

What area: Anything from splinting to pt, to casting, to surgery. Need more specific info.

Question 5

how can i reduce the swelling caused by an acl ligament tear?

Accepted Answer

Aspiration: If the swelling is significant, the knee can be aspirated to remove excess fluid.

Question 6

is it possible to fully recover from a small posterior crutiate ligament tear ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Partial (small) tears of the posterior cruciate ligament (pcl) can heal, especially if initially recognized and treated appropriately. Bracing that supports the knee in a reduced position works best. Avoidance of certain PCL stressing exercises is also indicated during early healing.

Question 7

what happens to an 8 month old medial collateral ligament tear that i haven't had fixed, is there any need to at this point?

Accepted Answer

No: If this was a minor injury like a grade 1 or 2 tear, with no or minimal disruption of the mcl; there are no associated injuries to the internal structures of the knee; and you have no mechanical symptoms of pain, swelling, instability, or locking, you can probably observe it without doing anything else.  If the knee doesn't feel or act right, you should probably have it evaluated by a professional.

Question 8

i have a sl ligament tear. if i don't have surgery what would happen to my wrist. i am a hairstylist.?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis: A scapholunate ligament tear will generally lead to a characteristic set of arthritic changes, ending up in what is called a 'slac' wrist.

Question 9

how to spot a ligament tear in knee?

Accepted Answer

Ligament tear: Pain, swelling, possible instability or feeling of giving way.

Question 10

is it safe to  excercise with a ligament tear?

Accepted Answer

It depends: What ligament is involved, severity of the tear (small partial tear, high-grade tear or full tear), risks of further injury- these are all questions that should be asked and answered. Finally, now does exercise affect the involved ligament? For example, one can often ride a bike with a grade i medial collateral ligament tear of the knee as way to maintain cardio and rehab the knee.

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