Ligaments Injuries
Ligaments are composed of collagen fibers that hold one bone to another, stabilizing the joint and controlling range of motion. Ligaments prevent your knee from bending backwards and keep it in proper alignment. Ligaments are flexible, but they do not stretch very far. Ligaments can tear if you sprain a ligament, twist a knee, take a bad fall, or lift an object which is too heavy. Dr. Lazar is well-versed in the diagnosis and treatment of ligament injuries. Call 954-476-9494 or request an appointment online at our Plantation, Florida orthopedic office for the highest standard of orthopedic care.
About Ligament Injuries
When a ligament is damaged, it is no longer able to provide support to the connective joint and as a result, weakens that joint. Because ligaments are so important in the stabilization of joints, they are also highly susceptible to injury. Ligament injuries to the knee, in the anterior cruciate ligament commonly referred to as ACL and located behind the knee, are widely seen in athletes. In addition to the ACL, the medial collateral ligament (MCL) and the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) and the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) can also be injured. Because connective tissue such as ligaments must withstand a great deal of stress in day to day activities and have a relatively low blood supply, injuries can take a very long time to heal, and sometimes require surgery. Many professional athletes have had multiple surgeries to repair torn ligaments.
Most of these injuries are confirmed with an MRI. Depending on the severity of the tear, Arthroscopic surgery is sometimes necessary. If the tear is mild, you might be a candidate for a new procedure called Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP),a new treatment option for various orthopedic injuries and conditions which have traditionally required surgery or other extensive treatments. Using the patient’s own blood, specially prepared platelets are concentrated and then re-injected into the affected area. The platelets in turn release substances known as growth factors that lead to improved natural tissue healing.
Symptoms of torn ligaments include:
- Cracking or a snapping sound and the time of rupture
- Bruising, swelling, and pain with pressure of the joint
- Restricted joint movement
- Numbness
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Ligaments Injuries
Ligaments are composed of collagen fibers that hold one bone to another, stabilizing the joint and controlling range of motion. Ligaments prevent your knee from bending backwards and keep it in proper alignment. Ligaments are flexible, but they do not stretch very far. Ligaments can tear if you sprain a ligament, twist a knee, take a bad fall, or lift an object which is too heavy. Dr. Lazar is well-versed in the diagnosis and treatment of ligament injuries. Call 954-476-9494 or request an appointment online at our Plantation, Florida orthopedic office for the highest standard of orthopedic care.
About Ligament Injuries
When a ligament is damaged, it is no longer able to provide support to the connective joint and as a result, weakens that joint. Because ligaments are so important in the stabilization of joints, they are also highly susceptible to injury. Ligament injuries to the knee, in the anterior cruciate ligament commonly referred to as ACL and located behind the knee, are widely seen in athletes. In addition to the ACL, the medial collateral ligament (MCL) and the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) and the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) can also be injured. Because connective tissue such as ligaments must withstand a great deal of stress in day to day activities and have a relatively low blood supply, injuries can take a very long time to heal, and sometimes require surgery. Many professional athletes have had multiple surgeries to repair torn ligaments.
Most of these injuries are confirmed with an MRI. Depending on the severity of the tear, Arthroscopic surgery is sometimes necessary. If the tear is mild, you might be a candidate for a new procedure called Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP),a new treatment option for various orthopedic injuries and conditions which have traditionally required surgery or other extensive treatments. Using the patient’s own blood, specially prepared platelets are concentrated and then re-injected into the affected area. The platelets in turn release substances known as growth factors that lead to improved natural tissue healing.
Symptoms of torn ligaments include:
- Cracking or a snapping sound and the time of rupture
- Bruising, swelling, and pain with pressure of the joint
- Restricted joint movement
- Numbness
Go back to Our Specialties main page