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Doc says i have a type 3 mcl tear. what does this mean?

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Dr. Thomas Deberardino answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Complete tear: Grade 1 is a mild sprain. Grade 2 is a partial tear, and grade 3 represrents a complete tear with demosntrable instability on exam. Bracing and physical therapy usually work with adequate soft tissue rest (ice , elevation, and limited activity) to allow swollen knee to calm down.

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Answered 4/15/2019

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