Knee Laxity Medial Compartment

Definition:
Looseness or freedom of movement of the medial compartment in the knee joint, normally or excessive.
Symptoms:
  • Instability in the knee
  • Pain with walking
Causes:
  • Disruption of ACL or MCL
  • Laxity in the medial capsule
  • Medial capsule tear
Treatment:
  • Possible surgical intervention
  • ROM and stretching
  • Knee stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening exercises