4 LCL Injury Recovery Exercises

Today’s video covers recovery exercises for the lateral collateral ligament or LCL. The LCL is located on the outside of the knee and connects the thigh bone (femur) to one of the bones of the lower leg (fibula).

This ligament can be stretched and/or torn when the knee undergoes stress that pushes the knee outward (varus stress), which is more common in contact sports such as football or soccer. Common symptoms include pain and swelling at the outside of the knee and a feeling of instability with certain movements.

Rehab from this condition should focus on regaining mobility initially and then transition to strength and movement control exercises designed to protect the lateral joint line. If you have experienced this injury, give these exercises a try.

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