A member asked:

Is it ok to play rugby 4 days after an second degree mcl and meniscus tear little swelling some bruising i have a brace it dosent hurt that bad?

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Dr. Richard Popowitz answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Not ideal: Braces do not provide protection at physiologic loads. It might help with walking, but not at heavy loads such as rugby. I recommend you hold off until you are pain free with full range of motion. 4 days is a bit too soon for a grade 2 mcl sprain. Could take up to a month.

Answered 10/1/2013

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