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PCL INJURY: Description, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment Options for Recovery, and Steps for Possible Prevention

posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)

The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is one of the key ligaments in the knee, responsible for stabilizing the joint and preventing excessive backward movement of the tibia (shinbone) relative to the femur (thighbone). While not as commonly injured as the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), PCL injuries can result in significant discomfort, instability, and impaired mobility. […]