PCL tears, means posterior cruciate ligament tear. The posterior cruciate ligament is an integral part of the knee joint. It prevents the tibia, which is part of the knee, from dislocating backwards. The injury occurs when someone falls onto the front of their knee. it can occur in a car wreck, but usually the knee is flexed. It sustains a blow to the front and the tibia is driven backwards. It can result in dislocation. But oftentimes in sports, it is not a complete dislocation. It's just an injury to the ligament and results in instability of that structure. Follow along with this medical how-to video to learn how to diagnose and treat a PCL tear.
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Dr. Roth works for the Andrews Institute which is a world class facility that focuses on research and treatment of musculoskeletal issues. It is one of the premiere orthopedic and sports medicine institutes in the nation and continues to build on that reputation while being lead by world renowned orthopedic surgeon James Andrews, MD.
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