In the case of an older PCL tear that occurred long prior to evaluation, the patient may complain of instability, or a sensation of the knee giving away. They may also complain of pain which can be in the front of the knee as well.
Symptoms:
Knee instability
Sensation of knee giving way
Pain in the knee
Stiffness in the knee
Causes:
Bent knee hitting a dashboard in a car accident
An object falling on a knee that is bent
Misstep
Direct blow to the knee
Twisting or hyperextension injury
Treatment:
Possible surgical intervention
Progressing to knee ROM and strengthening exercises