What is a Knee Sprain?
- A knee sprain can be a serious injury that results from a tear or stretch of the ligaments around the knee.
- Ligaments are strings-like tissue bands that connect bones and provide stability to the joint.
- The Anterior Cruciate, Posterior Cruciate, Medial Collateral (MCL) & Lateral Collateral are the four major ligaments in the knee that are most commonly damaged. The ACL is located within the knee joint. The MCL, LCL, and PCL are located at the sides of your knee joint.
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What causes a knee strain?
- Non-contact twisting can cause knee sprains.
- Direct blow to the knee.
What are the Symptoms of a Knee Sprain
- After a blow or twist, you will feel immediate pain in your knees.
- Knee pain can be caused by movement or activity.
- The knee may feel swollen.
- Walking with a limp or feeling like your knees will “give way” when you stand and walk.
- A feeling of “popping” or “snapping” in the knee at the time the injury occurred.
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What can I do to feel better?
- Rest. Don’t do anything that causes pain.
- Applying ice for 15-20 minutes will reduce swelling and pain.
- To reduce swelling and pain, compression can be helpful.
- Crutches can be helpful if walking is difficult.
What is the best time to see a medical professional?
- If the condition is not improved by rest, ice and compression
- If you can’t put weight on your legs.
- Do not hesitate to ask your doctor if unsure of the severity.
