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A member asked:

After 6 weeks from an mcl sprain, is it bad to run on it or does the pounding slow the healing process?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

MCL: Grade 1 & 2 mcl sprains should be ik to run by 6 weeks. Grade 3 possibly--check with your orthopedic surgeon.

Answered 12/6/2012

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Variable.: My general clearance is: painless squat, lunge, jump, single leg hop, and finally side to side shuttle. If you are pain free...Then you are good to go.

Answered 12/8/2012

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