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Lift illegalament injury
PCL 70% tear broken so now I think it's better I want to know exercise for make strong illegaments. Can you help me for this
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PCL injury is not very common injury compare to ACL injury.70% injury fall under grade2 injury, so only taking physiotherapy rehabilitation will be enough, however also consultant an orthopedic surgeon for anti-inflammatory medicine and multi-vitamin, calcium medicine for better recovery.
Next Steps
1. Rest
2. Icing
3. Brace (Immobilise) for acute phase 1-2 week
4. Keep knee in neutral position,no excessive bending or Avoid hypertension of knee.
5. Elevation of leg by keeping pillow under knee for reducing swelling
6. Knee isometric.
7. Active Assisted exercises for hip joint
8. Active ankle movement, ankle pumps.
9. End of 2 week start with partial weight bearing with assistance (walker/ Elbow crutch).
10. Strength training, Balance and proprioception training, Agility & Obstacles training, more progressive resisted exercises, Posture correction. Neuromuscular facilitation, endurance training etc.
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The plan for physiotherapy rehabilitation and it's prognosis is totally depends on proper assessment, the patient recovery rate.
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You need to consult in person for proper diagnosis, its severe condition if 70% is teared, you cannot neglect it and its not going to be okay for ligaments.
Exercises will make it worse, first take electrotherapy and later exercises will be suggested if improved.
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PCL is considered to be strongest in ligament in the knee
It will be more helpful if you share your MRI knee to check any any other ligament or soft tissue injured,
Usually its suggestive of surgery for tears more than 70%
But recent studies supporting protection and progressive strengthening can aid results better
Its better to consult with physiotherapist for clear assessment which helps in prescribing tailor made exercise program for your needs.
Until u can work on
Quad sets, Hams sets and especially VMO strengthening
Next Steps
Consult physiotherapist
Health Tips
1. Joint protection- use braces to avoid further injury
2. Avoid repetitive movements and weight loading
3. Avoid prolonged standing
4. Avoid running and twisting movements
Until rehab is done
1. Use icepacks 3 times/day - 15 mins for analgesic effect
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Week1
1. Apply cold pack for 10 mins- remove it for 10 mins and then reapply for 10 mins.
2. Ask a therapist for a home visit or visit a clinic for electric modalities.
3. Use a brace to avoid folding your knee.
4. Keep pillows below the foot to elevate the leg.
Week 2
Progress to mild active exercises and strengthening.
Week 3
Progression to vigorous exercises if pain free.
For exercises consult a PT.
(Not all exercises work for everyone)
Next Steps
Depending upon the condition of your knee consult a PT.
Health Tips
Avoid bending the knee.
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