Introduction The therapy of a torn inner ligament in the knee can be performed conservatively or surgically, depending on the severity of the injury. The choice of therapy depends primarily on the extent to which the tear in the inner ligament is caused by the rupture and the extent of instability. Operation The indication for … Therapy of a torn inner ligament in the knee
Conservative therapy A bandage serves to stabilize and protect the knee and to relieve knee pain. Since stability may be limited after an inner ligament rupture or to prevent the rupture from progressing, a bandage should be worn when the knee is under stress. A bandage is also used after surgical therapy to stabilize and … Conservative therapy | Therapy of a torn inner ligament in the knee
Pain therapy Pain occurs immediately after the injury and is often accompanied by other symptoms. For this reason, the so-called PECH scheme (rest, ice, compression, elevation) should be applied immediately after the injury.Cooling the knee in particular helps against the pain. Furthermore, painkillers, so-called NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), can be taken for a short period … Pain therapy | Therapy of a torn inner ligament in the knee
Definition The inner ligament of the knee, also known as the inner collateral ligament, attaches to the lower thigh bone and creates a connection to the upper shin bone. The ligament has an important function in securing the stability of the knee joint. When stretched, the ligament is stretched beyond normal conditions. This is a … Inner ligament stretching at the knee
Causes The inner band is often stretched during stronger and sudden loads, abrupt stops, fast starts, for example during sports. Inner ligament stretching often occurs when the foot is fixed and the knee is rotated, for example during soccer. However, skiing or handball are also among the high-risk sports due to the heavy strain. Violent … Causes | Inner ligament stretching at the knee
Prognosis It is not possible to give an exact time estimate for the duration of the injury. This is due to the fact, for example, that a stretch can sometimes be stronger and sometimes weaker. In addition, there are strong individual differences in the healing phase, for example, due to the different physical conditions of … Prognosis | Inner ligament stretching at the knee
Introduction Injuries to the ligamentous apparatus of the knee occur very frequently, especially in athletes. Depending on which ligament structure(s) are affected, healing of the injury can prove to be uncomplicated or even more protracted, so that surgical therapy is necessary. A rupture of the inner ligament (inner collateral ligament) is usually more likely to … Healing of a torn inner ligament in the knee
Application of a splint If a torn inner ligament of the knee (inner collateral ligament) has been diagnosed, treatment is usually performed with a splint (orthosis). Since the ligaments of the knee passively contribute to the stability of the knee by tightening in certain joint positions, the knee is splinted in such a way that … Application of a splint | Healing of a torn inner ligament in the knee
Introduction A torn inner ligament in the knee joint usually requires splinting of this joint to stabilize it. This type of injury usually occurs during sports activities in combination with excessive movement of the knee joint. Splint as therapy concept for torn inner ligament of the knee If no other structures in the knee are … Splint for a torn inner ligament of the knee
Orthosis A knee orthosis is an aid in the form of an individually adapted support that serves to immobilize, relieve and stabilize joints. It is usually prescribed by a doctor, for example in the case of a torn inner ligament, and is manufactured and individually adjusted by an orthopedic technician. On the one hand, in … Orthosis | Splint for a torn inner ligament of the knee
The outer ligament of the knee joint (Ligamentum collaterale fibulare) is one of the most important ligaments of the knee joint and must therefore withstand correspondingly high loads. Overstretching of the outer ligament often occurs in certain ball sports and running and is usually very unpleasant for the persons affected. The injury is typically accompanied … Outer ligament extension of the knee
Cause Sports injuries are at the forefront of the development of an external ligament strain. Certain ball and martial arts in particular can often be associated with the development of an external ligament strain. For example, ball sports such as football, basketball or handball often involve a twisting of the ligaments and physical contact with … Cause | Outer ligament extension of the knee
