• District Orthopaedics
    5454 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 1000
    Chevy Chase, MD 20815

How ACL and PCL Injuries Differ

Source: Verywell health

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) are two major ligaments in the knee that work together to provide stability. They are also common sites of serious tears, particularly in athletes. Although ACL and PCL injuries may initially appear to have similar symptoms, such as knee instability and pain, the ligament injuries have unique characteristics that make them differ in terms of who is affected, extent of injury, and treatment guidelines.

Read More

Contact Us

  • District Orthopaedics
    5454 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 1000
    Chevy Chase, MD 20815

    Phone: