How is a PCL injury different from an ACL injury?
The symptoms of ACL injuries and PCL injuries are essentially the same: pain, swelling, and knee instability. Where they tend to differ is the extent of the injury and the severity of symptoms. Because it's smaller and weaker than the PCL, the ACL is more likely to sustain a complete tear.
What does ACL PCL and MCL stand for?
Your Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a Cruciate Ligament, one of two crossing ligaments located in the center of the knee. The ACL crosses in the front of the knee and your Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) crosses along the back of the knee joint. Your Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) is located on the inner side of your knee.
Which is best for ACL?
Safest ACL Rehab Exercises to Start
- Heel Slides. This exercise extends the knee without bearing any weight. Start by sitting on the floor with your legs outstretched.
- Isometric Quad Contractions. This exercise is also done while seated. Sit on the floor with your injured leg extended and your other leg bent.
- Prone Knee Flexion. This exercise is performed while lying on your stomach. ...
What happens when you tear your ACL?
You may also experience:
- Swelling that comes on rapidly
- Loss of mobility and range of motion
- Inability to bear weight on the affected knee
- Feeling of “looseness” in the knee, like it might buckle if you put weight on it
