Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is one of four major stabilizing ligaments in the knee. It prevents the tibia from moving backwards beneath the femur and plays an important role in stabilizing rotational motion.
Together with the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), the PCL prevents the knee from buckling and giving way during side-stepping and pivoting motions. It is about twice as strong and thick as the ACL, and therefore tends to be injured less often. The PCL may be stretched, torn partially, or torn into two distinct portions.
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Our team of knee specialists has great expertise in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of knee pathologies, as well as joint reconstruction and replacement, with extensive experience in performing all types of knee procedures, from non-surgical treatments , minimally invasive techniques (arthroscopy), partial and total replacements up to complex revision surgeries. We are at the forefront of developing new surgical techniques and the use of implants that can help relieve pain and restore range of motion. This depth of experience helps us achieve the best possible results for each patient.
