Ligament Injury

Ligament injuries can occur when the strong bands of tissue that connect bones at a joint are stretched, twisted, or torn. They commonly affect the knee, ankle, shoulder, wrist, and other joints and may cause pain, swelling, tenderness, instability, and difficulty with movement. The severity of a ligament injury can range from a mild sprain to a complete tear.

Explore our ligament injury resources for information about common ligament injuries, symptoms, causes, physical therapy treatments, therapeutic exercises, rehabilitation techniques, and recovery. These guides can help you understand ligament injuries and the role of appropriate rehabilitation in restoring strength, stability, mobility, and function.

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ACL Rehabilitation Exercise
ByDr.Richa Darji July 28, 2026August 5, 2026
Introduction: The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the most often damaged ligament in the knee that requires surgical repair. Throughout the year, we treat a lot of patients who carefully enter the clinic to start their rehabilitation process following an ACL reconstruction after getting a diagnosis from their surgeon. What does the ACL do? The…
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Elbow Joint Mobilization
ByPrachi Senjaliya July 12, 2026July 12, 2026
Elbow Joint Mobilization is a physiotherapy technique used to improve elbow joint movement, reduce pain, and restore normal function. It involves gentle, controlled manual movements performed by a qualified physiotherapist to address joint stiffness caused by injury, arthritis, surgery, or prolonged immobilization. Elbow joint mobilization can improve range of motion, improve flexibility, and facilitate a…
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Calcaneofibular Ligament Injury
ByNitesh Dhameliya October 19, 2025October 19, 2025
Introduction: The Calcaneofibular Ligament (CFL) is one of the key lateral ligaments of the ankle, connecting the fibula to the calcaneus (heel bone). It provides stability to the ankle, particularly during inversion movements. Injury to the CFL typically occurs due to ankle sprains, especially when the foot rolls inward excessively. Such injuries can cause pain, swelling,…
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Posterior Longitudinal Ligament (PLL) Injury
ByNitesh Dhameliya October 19, 2025October 19, 2025
Introduction: The Posterior Longitudinal Ligament (PLL) is a key spinal structure that runs along the back (posterior) of the vertebral bodies inside the spinal canal, helping to stabilize the spine and limit excessive spinal flexion. An injury to the PLL can result from trauma, repetitive stress, or degenerative changes, and may contribute to spinal instability,…
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Supraspinous Ligament Sprain
ByNitesh Dhameliya October 19, 2025October 19, 2025
Introduction: A supraspinous ligament sprain is an injury to the ligament that runs along the tips of the spinous processes of the vertebrae, primarily in the thoracic and lumbar spine. An injury to the supraspinous ligament, a crucial connective tissue that extends along the spine from the seventh cervical vertebra (C7) to the sacrum, is…
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Deltoid Ligament Sprain
ByNitesh Dhameliya October 19, 2025October 19, 2025
What is a Deltoid Ligament Sprain? A Deltoid ligament sprain refers to an injury involving the deltoid ligament, a strong, triangular band of connective tissue located on the inner (medial) side of the ankle. This ligament is essential for maintaining ankle joint stability and limiting the foot’s excessive outward movement, or eversion. Spraining the deltoid ligament typically…
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Interspinous Ligament Sprain
ByNitesh Dhameliya October 19, 2025October 19, 2025
Introduction: An interspinous ligament sprain refers to injury or overstretching of the interspinous ligaments, which are located between the spinous processes of the vertebrae in the spine. These ligaments help stabilize the spine, especially during flexion (forward bending). The term “interspinous ligament sprain” describes damage or overstretching of the bands of fibrous tissue that link…
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Anterior Talofibular Ligament (ATFL) Tear
ByNitesh Dhameliya October 19, 2025October 19, 2025
What is an Anterior Talofibular Ligament Tear? Anterior Talofibular Ligament tears (ATFLs) are among the most common ankle injuries, especially among athletes and people who participate in physical activities. These injuries can have a major impact on mobility and need to be properly understood, treated, and healed to heal. In this blog, we go over…
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Spring Ligament Tear
ByNitesh Dhameliya October 18, 2025October 18, 2025
Introduction: A spring ligament tear refers to damage to the plantar calcaneonavicular ligament, a key structure in the foot that supports the arch and stabilizes the midfoot. This ligament connects the heel bone (calcaneus) to the navicular bone. A tear can result from trauma or chronic stress and often leads to pain, swelling, and flattening of the…
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18 Best Exercises For Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury
ByDr.Bhoomika Bariya October 12, 2025November 10, 2025
Introduction: The Anterior Cruciate Ligament, located deep within the knee joint, is a ligament. When walking, running, or jumping, the Anterior Cruciate Ligament, in conjunction with the Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL), Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL), and Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL), helps stabilize the knee. A common cause of anterior cruciate ligament injuries is excessive stretching or…
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