Medial Collateral Ligament (M... : Causes
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The MCL is usually injured by pressure placed on the knee joint from the outside. It is often injured at the same time as an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.
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Knee joint replacement is surgery to replace a painful damaged or diseased knee joint with an artificial joint (prosthesis.
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The kneecap provides leverage for your muscles as they bend and straighten the leg. It also protects the knee joint.
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