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Is it possible for partial tears to heel?
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Yes: Immobiliztion will often allow them to heal.
Answered 10/1/2017
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Yes: It depends very much on a more specific details about the injury, but yes partial tears can potentially heal. The three possibilities are that they heal, or they don't heal, or they progress to complete tears. I would certainly discuss the specifics of your case with your doctor.
Answered 11/27/2017
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