Sep 10, 2021 · The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) connects your upper leg to your lower leg. Even though your PCL is stronger and larger than your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), it can …

Sep 13, 2023 · PCL tears make up less than 20% of injuries to knee ligaments. Injuries that tear the PCL often damage some of the other ligaments or cartilage in the knee, as well. In some …

PCL injuries are traumatic knee injuries that may lead to posterior knee instability and often present in combination with other ipsilateral ligamentous knee injuries (i.e PLC, ACL). …

The posterior cruciate ligament keeps the shinbone from moving backward too far. It is stronger than the anterior cruciate ligament and is injured far less often. The posterior cruciate ligament …

Nov 10, 2021 · Often, a torn PCL is referred to as a ‘dashboard’ injury in reference to car collisions when the knee hits the dashboard directly. We also see PCL tears when athletes fall …

Apr 5, 2025 · What is Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury? The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) prevents the tibia from shifting rearward concerning the femur is the PCL’s function. PCL …

Dec 18, 2022 · If you bang your knee or shin in an accident, you could stretch or tear your PCL. Find out what the symptoms of PCL injury are and how it’s treated.

Mar 13, 2025 · What is a PCL Tear? The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is one of the four main ligaments in the knee, working alongside the ACL to provide stability. It connects the femur …

A PCL injury is a partial or complete tearing or stretching of any part of the posterior cruciate ligament. It usually occurs when the knee is overextended (hyperextension). Learn more about …

There are both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options for posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) knee injuries. Surgery is typically only recommended for the most severe tears and for people …