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What does it mean if i have only a partial tear of my pcl?

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Less than 100% torn: The PCL (posterior cruciate ligament) prevents the tibia (shin bone) from sliding backwards under your femur (thigh bone). A partial tear means that some, but not all, of the fibers of the tendon are torn, so there is a lesser degree of instability than if it is 100% torn. Generally an isolated partial injury like this can be treated nonoperatively with physical therapy.

Answered 1/12/2015

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It likely will heal: Partial PCL tears usually heal without long term problems.

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