MCL strain... suggestions?

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    fisky

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    6 years ago 12/06/2017 7:34am EST

    I think I've strained the inside ligament on my right knee. It hurts along a one inch ligament that ends about one inch before it gets to the knee cap. It occurred ten days ago. I haven't run since then. What should I do?

    I haven't seen a doc yet, but I've looked up the treatment (rest) and the rehab (3-6 weeks for a minor sprain) exercises.

    It's getting better every day. I can walk in a straight line with no pain. I can't walk down hill, down stairs, or turn without a twinge. I can actually jog, but I can't slow down or stop.

    I'm thinking spin bike is next. Anyone have any suggestions? My next track meet is March.

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    fisky

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    6 years ago 12/06/2017 3:04pm EST
    re: fisky

    Anyone?

  • The Power Of The MRI

    Anonymous Poster

    6 years ago 12/06/2017 5:05pm EST
    re: fisky

    "Rest or rip" is always the common sense way to handle suspected ligament/tendon injuries. You should see a sports med guy and maybe get an MRI and see what you're up against though. I had a suspected "LC" tear based on a clinical exam, but the MRI revealed no ligament damage and instead was diagnosed as IT band friction syndrome, which changed the course of the rehab strategy.

  • The Power Of The MRI

    Anonymous Poster

    6 years ago 12/06/2017 5:07pm EST
    re: The Power Of The MRI

    Small typo: make that "LCL"

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