A medial collateral ligament (MCL) tear affects the inside of the knee. The tough MCL ligament fibers that connect the end of ...

Is it common for a professional athlete to have the option of returning just 10 days after a medial collateral ligament sprain? It seems unlikely that he'll suit up as soon as Sunday, and that it's ...

Q: I landed a jump with my feet apart while skiing the other day. I felt a pop and the inside of my right knee began to hurt immediately. I’m wondering if I tore my MCL? A: It sounds like you did tear ...

A tear to the medial collateral ligament in the knee can cause pain, swelling, and a lack of stability in the knee. Treatment is usually with ice, a knee brace, and physical therapy. Surgery may be ...