You might say this only will happen to professional footballers or unless you are playing competitive football. That is what i thought until my own brother became injured playing football leisurely.

On Monday, as usual my brother will go play futsal with his kakis. He asked me to go but i decided that this week i do not want to play. So he went alone and at 10 plus in the night we receive a call from his gf saying he has twisted his knee severly while playing futsal.
So as he came back he told us how it happen. He was coming clear infront of the goal after breaking free from the last defender. It is only him and the goalkeeper. But out from nowhere came the last man, tackled my bro fr da back cos him to lose balance and resulting him in stepping on the ball and it twisted his left knee. It resulted in a loud sound..Everyone was stunned!! And my bro was flat on da ground, could not move his left foot. If it was an EPL match that would be a straight red card for dat defender!!

So after seeing the orthopaedic and through the MRI scan it showed that he had thorn his ligament in his left knee. Knee injury is one of the most common injury in football and also one of the most dangerous one. So a little bit about the knee injury

Orthopaedic Surgery

Ligament Injuries to the Knee

What are knee ligaments?

There are four major ligaments in the knee. Ligaments are elastic bands of tissue that connect bones to each other and provide stability and strength to the joint. The four main ligaments in the knee connect the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shin bone), and include the following:

• anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) - the ligament, located in the center of the knee, that controls rotation and forward movement of the tibia (shin bone).
• posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) - the ligament, located in the center of the knee, that controls backward movement of the tibia (shin bone).
• medial collateral ligament (MCL) - the ligament that gives stability to the inner knee.
• lateral collateral ligament (LCL) - the ligament that gives stability to the outer knee.

How are cruciate ligaments injured?

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most common ligaments to be injured. The ACL is often stretched and/or torn during a sudden twisting motion (when the feet stay planted one way, but the knees turn the other way). Skiing, basketball, and football are sports that have a higher risk of ACL injuries.

The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is also a common ligament to become injured in the knee. However, the PCL injury usually occurs with sudden, direct impact, such as in a car accident or during a football tackle.

What are the symptoms of a cruciate ligament injury?

Often, a cruciate ligament injury does not cause pain. Instead, the person may hear a popping sound as the injury occurs, followed by the leg buckling when trying to stand on it, and swelling. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently.

The symptoms of a cruciate ligament injury may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis.

How are collateral ligaments injured?

The medial collateral ligament is injured more often than the lateral collateral ligament. Stretch and tear injuries to the collateral ligaments are usually caused by a blow to the outer side of the knee, such as when playing hockey or football.

What are the symptoms of a collateral ligament injury?

Similar to cruciate ligament injuries, an injury to the collateral ligament causes the knee to pop and buckle, causing pain and swelling.

The symptoms of a collateral ligament injury may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis.

How is a knee ligament injury diagnosed?

In addition to a complete medical history and physical examination, diagnostic procedures for a knee ligament injury may include the following:

• x-ray - a diagnostic test which uses invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images of internal tissues, bones, and organs onto film.
• magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - a diagnostic procedure that uses a combination of large magnets, radiofrequencies, and a computer to produce detailed images of organs and structures within the body; can often determine damage or disease in a surrounding ligament or muscle.
• computed tomography scan (Also called a CT or CAT scan.) - a diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a combination of x-rays and computer technology to produce cross-sectional images (often called slices), both horizontally and vertically, of the body. A CT scan shows detailed images of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. CT scans are more detailed than general x-rays.
• arthroscopy - a minimally-invasive diagnostic and treatment procedure used for conditions of a joint. This procedure uses a small, lighted, optic tube (arthroscope) which is inserted into the joint through a small incision in the joint. Images of the inside of the joint are projected onto a screen; used to evaluate any degenerative and/or arthritic changes in the joint; to detect bone diseases and tumors; to determine the cause of bone pain and inflammation.
• radionuclide bone scan - a nuclear imaging technique that uses a very small amount of radioactive material, which is injected into the patient's bloodstream to be detected by a scanner. This test shows blood flow to the bone and cell activity within the bone.

Treatment for knee ligament injuries:

Specific treatment for a knee ligament injury will be determined by your physician based on:

• your age, overall health, and medical history
• extent of the injury
• your tolerance for specific medications, procedures, and therapies
• expectation for the course of the injury
• your opinion or preference

Treatment may include:

• muscle-strengthening exercises
• protective knee brace (for use during exercise)
• ice pack application (to reduce swelling)
• surgery
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• As for my brother his ACL was totally torn and it requires surgey if he would want to play competively again.