LCL Sprain Pain Relief

CARESPACE is less than 10-minutes away

Good news – if you’re looking for LCL sprain treatment near you and are in the Kitchener Waterloo area, there’s a CARESPACE multidisciplinary clinic less than 10-minutes away (book by selecting a discipline below). And even better, our evidence-based team is driven to get the results you want so you can be your best.

There are many causes of LCL sprains

The most common cause of LCL sprains is traumatic injuries that occur when players are pushed or pulled sideways with a significant amount of force exerted on the knee joint, such as during sport or other physical activities. Poor muscle control or strength can also increase one’s risk for an LCL sprain. As such, chiropractors often recommend receiving physiotherapy and massage therapy in order to build up strength, improve flexibility, and maintain proper balance in muscles and joints around the knee. This preventative healthcare routine can reduce one’s chances of experiencing an LCL sprain in the future.

Get the best treatment to help your LCL sprain

We all know that health and wellness is important, but with so many competing priorities, it’s hard to stay on top of it. CARESPACE provides the best treatment options to help heal your LCL sprain quickly. CARESPACE uses a result-oriented, natural approach to rehabilitation and wellness with your choice of Chiropractic, Massage Therapy and Physiotherapy. CARESPACE practitioners work together to understand both your primary concerns and long-term health goals. Multidisciplinary evidence-based plans are designed to address the root causes and are developed to provide fast and long-lasting relief to ensure you can start living your healthier life today.

What is an LCL sprain?

An LCL sprain is an injury to the lateral collateral ligament of the knee. This ligament sits on the outside of the knee, connecting it from the thigh bone to the shin bone near the ankle. It helps stabilize and strengthen the joint against erratic motions. An LCL sprain can be caused by a serious force or trauma in any direction, especially if it involves stretching or bending processes such as hyperextension. An abrupt stop or fall to one side may also lead to an LCL sprain, resulting in swelling and pain around the outer side of the leg or ankle joint. If left untreated, an LCL sprain can become severe and cause long-term instability. It is important to seek medical attention immediately with any suspected signs of this condition.

What are the symptoms of an LCL sprain?

The main symptom of an LCL sprain is pain around the outside of the knee, usually aggravated by movement. Additional symptoms may include swelling, tenderness, and limited range of motion in or around the area. Depending on the severity of the sprain, there may also be a clicking or popping sound in or around the area when putting pressure on it. It is important to seek professional medical treatment if any symptoms arise; this will help ensure optimal recovery and prevent further injury.

What are the treatments for an LCL sprain?

An LCL sprain can be treated with chiropractic care, physiotherapy and massage therapy. Chiropractic care is a form of care that uses specialized treatments such as adjusting, mobilizing and manipulating the spine and joints as well as using rehabilitative exercises to target the affected area and restore range of motion and strength. Physiotherapy helps improve mobility and restores balance in the affected area through stretching, strengthening and joint mobilization exercises. Massage therapy works to reduce swelling, relax muscles and increase circulation which helps speed up the healing process of an injury. All three treatments should be used together for best results and faster recovery times.