Can I drive with knee ligament?
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Can I drive with knee ligament?
How about driving? “Surprisingly for some people, they can often get back to walking and they feel OK.” Mr Witte explains that even with a torn ACL, you may find a few weeks after your injury that you can ride a bike and swim, go back to work, and do most normal things. Including driving.
How do you tell if LCL is torn or sprained?
To diagnose an LCL injury, your doctor will examine your knee and look for swelling. They’ll also move your knee in various directions to determine where your pain is and how severe your symptoms are. If your doctor believes you may have a torn ligament, you may undergo imaging tests like X-rays or MRI scans.
Should you stay off a sprained knee?
Rest your knee and do not exercise. Do not walk on your injured leg if you are told to keep weight off your knee. Rest helps decrease swelling and allows the injury to heal. You can do gentle range of motion exercises as directed to prevent stiffness.
Can you drive with ligament damage?
Driving: if you have sprained your ankle you should avoid driving until the strength and mobility has returned to your ankle. The length of time that you will be unable to drive for will depend on the extent of your injury and how quickly you recover.
How do you treat a sprained LCL?
To treat an LCL sprain, people can try the following treatments:
- Rest the knee. A doctor or physical therapist may recommend resting the injured leg as much as possible, especially in the days following the sprain.
- Apply ice.
- Try medication.
- Use a knee support.
- Try physical therapy.
- Surgery.
How long does a LCL sprain take to heal?
Recovery time for an MCL or LCL sprain is usually between four to six weeks. This may vary depending on the grade of your MCL or LCL sprain.
Can a LCL tear heal itself?
LCL tears rarely need surgery, because the ligament usually heals itself. Surgery is typically only needed when other ligaments or structures of the knee are also injured.
How do I stop my knees from hurting when I drive?
When driving try keep the knees in line with your body, and avoid it dropping to the side while you drive. This can cause some aggravation to the pelvis, which can also lead to pain in the low back, hip, knee and foot.
When can I drive after a sprain?