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Approx. how long willit take for an mcl grade 2 knee ligament tear to heal completely without further damage?
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It varies.: Usually mcl partial injuries heal within 6 weeks, improving with initial rest, brace, ice, then progressive exercise.
Answered 10/18/2012
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