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What can you do if you have a mcl tear of the knee?

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It heals: Mcl sprains will heal on their own after 6 weeks. In the meantime, a therapy program directed at range of motion, gentle strengthening and avoiding stress to the mcl is important. Wearing a hinged knee brace will also protect the mcl while it is healing.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 9/25/2016

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