The medial collateral ligament is a strong ligament, which attaches to the inside or medial aspect of the knee. This is a commonly injured ligament. Adrian often sees medial collateral ligament injuries as a result of injuries sustained in rugby, football, skiing and martial arts. The knee will often be locally painful and tender. Occasionally the knee may feel unstable and give way.
It is important that the injury is reviewed and assessed. The treatment of this injury will involve a careful examination and assessment followed by further investigations usually in the form of an MRI scan. The majority of medial collateral ligament injuries will heal without the need for surgery, but in a number of cases, bracing of the knee is required during the healing period in addition rest, ice and anti-inflammatory medication.