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What kind of treatment is done for mcl sprain? does a hinge brace help with the sprain? how long does it take to heal? can a sprain turn into a tear?
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Brace, weeks to heal: Most MCL sprains often heal on their own with relative rest, and a hinged brace can help relieve pain and stabilize the knee. There are 3 grades, with Grade 1 representing microtearing. Grade 2 is a partial tear and Grade 3 is a full tear. Grade 3s sometimes require surgery. Healing is typically 1-3 weeks for Grade 1, 3-6 weeks for Grade 2 and the longest for Grade 3.
Answered 6/9/2017
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