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Can you tear your fibular collateral ligament ? and what is usually done for it?

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Dr. James Okamoto answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Yes, in fact it is a fairly common sports injury! First Aid involves 'R.I.C.E.S' (Rest Ice Compression, Elevation, Support). If it is a partial tear, the leg is usually placed in a knee immobilizer or pt may need crutches, followed by physical therapy. If it is a complete tear, then it needs to be repaired surgically followed by physical therapy, or you will have chronic joint instability,

Answered 9/12/2019

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