Condition Anatomy
The Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) is one of the two central stabilizing ligaments of the knee. It connects the femur to the tibia and prevents the tibia from shifting backward. It works in coordination with the ACL to control knee motion and rotation stability.
Understanding the Injury
PCL injuries typically result from direct trauma to the front of the shin while the knee is bent (dashboard injuries, sports collisons, falls)
Symptoms Include: deep knee pain, swelling, instability when walking downhill, difficulty decelerating, and a feeling of looseness in the knee
Why it Happens: high-energy impact, sports trauma, industrial accidents, or repeated micro-instability.
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Our non-surgical care may include:
Surgical Treatmet Options
Surgery is recommended for severe tears with instability:
Recovery Expectations
Non-surgical recovery: 8-12 Weeks
Surgical Recovery: 6-9 Months
Delay leads to joint overload, cartilage damage, and early arthritis.
Special Considerations
Isolated PCL tears in low-demand individualis may heal conservatively. Athletes often require surgical stabilization.
When to See an Orthopedic Surgeon
If your knee feels unstable during walking, descending stairs, or changing speed, early evaluation is critical.
Why Accelerate Orthopedics is the Right Center
We specialize in posterior knee instability correction using precision arthroscopy and ultrasound-guided diagnostics
How Our Doctors Diagnose the Condition
