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LCL Tear After a Slip and Fall

If You Suffered an LCL Tear in a Fall, Call Our Experienced Slip and Fall Lawyers in Indiana for Help

LCL tears are a real concern after a slip and fall. They are painful and affect mobility for a significant amount of time.

Slip and fall incidents are unfortunately all too common. Not only are they common, but they're almost always entirely avoidable. Victims of slip and fall incidents often face injury, long recovery, financial losses, and pain amongst other consequences. One type of injury commonly seen as a result of a slip and fall incident is a lateral collateral ligament injury, or LCL injury.

A LCL tear after a slip and fall can result in permanent disability and injury, often requiring a prolonged recovery and sometimes require surgery. LCL injuries due to slip and fall incidents are usually preventable if hazards leading to slip and fall incidents are appropriately taken care of. This is why if you or your loved one suffered an LCL tear after a slip and fall incident in Indiana, you should contact our experienced slip and fall incident lawyers to learn what compensation you may be eligible for as a result of your injuries.

What is a Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Injury?

An LCL injury occurs when there is a tear or strain to the lateral collateral ligament. The lateral collateral ligament is a band of tissue which is located on the outer part of the knee. The LCL connects the lower leg bones to the thigh bone and keeps the knee from bending abnormally outward. The purpose of the LCL is to help stabilize the knee.

What are the Symptoms of LCL Tears?

There are certain signs and symptoms that can indicate an LCL tear injury has occurred as a result of a slip and fall incident. According to the Cleveland Clinic, the signs and symptoms of LCL tears include the following:

  • Tenderness
  • Bruising
  • Instability of the knee
  • Pain
  • Swelling, and
  • Other symptoms of the knee that indicate an injury.
Why Do Lateral Collateral Ligament Injuries Occur in Slip and Fall Incidents?

LCL injuries occur due to slip and fall incidents for many reasons. Slip and fall incidents typically occur as a result of a hazard not being properly treated. Examples of causes of slip and fall incidents which lead to LCL injuries include the following:

To learn more about our services and how we can help victims who have suffered an LCL tear after a slip and fall in Indiana, contact us to schedule a FREE consultation with our compassionate and experienced team.

How are LCL Injuries Diagnosed and Treated?

LCL injuries are typically diagnosed with physical assessment and imaging such as x-ray or MRI. Visualizing the injury is important but it dictates how the surgeon will perform the surgery and from what locations the incisions will be made.

Treatment for an LCL injury largely depends on the grade of the injury. The grades of an LCL injury include the following:

Grade 1 - Mild LCL injury in which the LCL is not completely torn. Rest, the use of crutches or a brace and other home treatments are prescribed (i.e., anti-inflammatory drugs, ice, and knee exercises). Recovery typically takes 3-4 weeks.

Grade 2- Moderate LCL injury in which threes a partial LCL tear. Crutches and a hinged knee brace are required, and recovery typically takes 8-12 weeks.

Grade 3 - This is the most severe type of LCL injury. The LCL is completely torn of separated. Crutches and a hinged knee brace are required, and surgery may be necessary. Grade 3 LCL injuries take several months to heal.

Are There Any Complications From an LCL Injury?

There are certain complications that can occur as the result of an LCL tear after a slip and fall. People who experience LCL injuries due to a slip and fall incident may have long-term or even permanent knee instability and pain. If surgery is needed, there is the risk of infection or blood clots.

Did You Suffer an LCL Tear After a Slip and Fall? Call Our Experienced Slip and Fall Lawyers for Help

Here at Shaw Law, our experienced slip and fall lawyers in Indiana handle significant knee injury cases including LCL tears. These types of cases often result in surgery and prolonged physical therapy, occupational therapy, and range of motion restrictions.

All knee injuries result in disability and can cause permanent injuries, including weakness, range of motion restrictions, and other harm.

If you or a loved one suffered an LCL tear after a slip and fall in Indiana, call our experienced slip and fall lawyers at (260) 777-7777 for a FREE consultation to learn what your rights may be under the law.

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