The medial collateral ligament, or MCL, is located on the inside of one’s knee. It is a very strong ligament that prevents one’s knee from swinging to the outside against any forces on the knee. MCL tears are quite frequent, especially in skiing, and occur more than twice as often as ACL […]
The lateral collateral ligament, or LCL, is also called the fibular collateral ligament, or FCL. It is located on the outside part of the knee. It prevents one’s knee from swinging side-to-side and is a very important stabilizer to protect other knee ligaments. Unfortunately, the LCL is commonly torn in […]
ACL reconstructions are one of the top surgeries that are performed in the United States. At the last count according to the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, they were the sixth most common surgery. However, in Vail, where we have a very active native and visiting population, it is probably one of the more common […]
The meniscus, commonly called the “cartilage” in layman’s terms, is a very important shock absorber for the knee. There are 2 menisci, both on the inside (medial) and outside (lateral) of the knee. In addition to being important shock absorbers, the menisci are also important as a backup to ensuring one’s knee remains […]
