Knee Ligament Injuries treatment in San Pedro Garza Garcia

Knee ligament injuries affect the bands of tissue that connect the bones and provide stability to the joint. They can range from a mild stretch to the rupture of a ligament, and they usually occur from sudden movements or impacts.

Common symptoms:

• Pain and swelling that appear after the incident
• A sense of instability or that the knee "gives way"
• Difficulty bearing weight or moving the joint

Common causes: Common in sports activities, forced twists, falls, or direct blows.

Which specialist treats it? The orthopedist or orthopedic trauma specialist evaluates the injury, and physical therapy usually supports recovery; in children the pediatric orthopedist takes part. If after a blow or twist the knee remains unstable or very painful, the prudent thing is to seek an evaluation.