. Describe the sequence of injuries that may occur if the extended, weight-bearing knee receives a very strong blow to the lateral side of the knee.
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The first injury that may occur is a tear of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) due to the force applied on the lateral side of the knee. This ligament provides stability to the inner side of the knee joint. Show more…
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