{"id":4307,"date":"2023-05-16T15:11:21","date_gmt":"2023-05-16T15:11:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthguideline.net\/?p=4307"},"modified":"2023-05-16T15:11:22","modified_gmt":"2023-05-16T15:11:22","slug":"knee-braces-for-mcl-tear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthguideline.net\/2023\/05\/knee-braces-for-mcl-tear.html","title":{"rendered":"The 9 Best Knee Braces for MCL Tear: Reviews & Buying Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The medial collateral ligament or MCL is one of the major ligaments that support the knee and it connects the femur (thigh bone) to the (tibia) shin bone while running on the inside of the knee. MCL injuries are caused by valgus force i.e. a force that causes the ankle and foot to move laterally. Because of such force, the medial side of the knee is opened and the structure on that side of the knee is injured as a result. During contact sports like football, a blow to the outside of the knee while the foot is planted may cause such injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Healing process from these injuries often involves wearing knee braces which prevent valgus stress on the knee. The brace has hinges to allow full flexion and extension but prevent side-to-side motion. To perform aggressive physical activity during the treatment of MCL injuries, the orthopedic surgeons recommend functional braces and knee sleeves or over the counter braces may not be adequate for this purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While wearing the knee brace, the injured athlete can be engaged in non-impact activities such as cycling, elliptical training, and swimming early in the healing process. These exercises are less stressful to the injured knee and strengthen knee muscles which in turn accelerate the healing process. Also, knee braces reduce strain on your knee ligaments (MCL, ACL, PCL, and LCL) by applying pressure on your leg at different points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n