My son is a healthy 21 yr old and injured his knee dirt biking. MRI shows grade 2 MCL tear. Adjacent medial meniscal capsular separation without surface tear of the meniscus. We have an appt with ortho surgeon tomorrow but trying to get prepared. My web research seems to show treatment as just rest, ice, elevate, brace and wait. I m hoping no surgery---correct?
Grade 2 tear in Medial Collateral Ligament of knee joint is generally caused by similar injury as your son has. In this condition (incomplete tear/ sprain) of the ligament, conservative treatment is generally sufficient. Medicines, support, Local heat therapy and partial weight-bearing walking for 6-12 weeks is sufficient for most cases.