Head Coach Jeff Walz Season Blog Nov 19, 2008
She tore the medial collateral ligament in one knee and her lateral collateral ligament in the other from that accident. Our team doctor says the ACL was damaged in the accident so we tried to strengthen all of her muscles around the knee to prevent the tear, but unfortunately we were not successful. (Uoflsports.com)
Panthers face Maiden Oct 3, 2008
Elleby will have an MRI this week and it's believed he strained his lateral collateral ligament. Now facing a similar but separate injury to the one that kept his sidelined earlier, Elleby could miss four to six weeks. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Chargers LB Merriman undergoes surgery Sep 17, 2008
The procedure to repair both the posterior cruciate ligament and lateral collateral ligament was performed by Dr. John Uribe and Dr. John Zvijac in Coral Gables, Florida. The 24-year-old Merriman originally opted to play out the 2008 campaign despite numerous doctors advising him to have surgery. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Merriman to have surgery in Florida Sep 12, 2008
Merriman will have the torn lateral collateral ligament and posterior collateral ligament reconstructed by Dr. John Uribe, the final specialist he saw on his tour to see four orthopedic surgeons last month. Meanwhile, the Chargers move forward without one of their defensive captains and the NFL's sack leader over the past three seasons, preparing for a game Sunday at Denver that has a different feel to it than when the schedule came out. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
ACL injuries more common among young female athletes Sep 7, 2008
Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) runs along the outer part of the knee and prevents the knee from bending outward. Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) lies in the middle of the knee. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Peterson, Vikes eager to end skid against Packers Sep 6, 2008
Adrian Peterson left Lambeau Field with a torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee after just 11 carries for 45 yards and the Vikings were trounced 34-0 by the Packers. Minnesota managed to regroup and win five straight games after that, but the picture of Peterson _ then at the peak of his sensational rookie season _ writhing on the ground in pain late in the third quarter on that November afternoon was quite the unpleasant image. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
RBs Herron, Morency among players cut by Packers Aug 31, 2008
Jansen suffered a torn lateral collateral ligament in his left knee during the Packers preseason finale against Tennessee and will require surgery. Also released were wide receivers Jake Allen, Johnny Quinn, Taj Smith and Brett Swain; cornerbacks Joe Porter and Scorpio Babers; defensive tackles Conrad Bolston, Alfred Malone and Daniel Muir; offensive linemen Brennen Carvalho, Ryan Keenan and Orrin Thompson; safety Tyrone Culver; linebackers Spencer Havner and Danny Lansanah; and tight end Joey... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Merriman opts to play Aug 28, 2008
Merriman will have reconstructive surgery on his torn posterior cruciate ligament and lateral collateral ligament at some point. But after four doctors advised him in the past week that his best course of action was to have that procedure on his left knee immediately, Merriman said yesterday he will begin the season. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Merriman to play on despite damaged knee Aug 28, 2008
"That's what it comes down to. I know what's on the table, I know what's on the line. I put a lot of work in this and I want to play." Merriman said late last week that he has tears in both the posterior cruciate and lateral collateral ligaments in his left knee, which he hurt in a game at Tennessee in December ... If it was just the posterior cruciate I can understand just a little but to have the lateral collateral ligament torn also. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Merriman has two torn knee ligaments Aug 24, 2008
Shawne Merriman said today upon his return to Chargers Park that he has a torn lateral collateral ligament as well as posterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. The lateral collateral ligament is the further knee trauma Merriman alluded to earlier this week when he initially spoke about the torn posterior cruciate ligament. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Merriman's knee injury worse than feared Aug 24, 2008
Merriman revealed yesterday he has a tear in his lateral collateral ligament as well as a grade-three tear of his posterior collateral ligament. This past week he saw specialists in Alabama, New York and Minnesota. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Healthful Hints: Iliotibial band syndrome a pain in the knee Jul 29, 2008
The list of other problems to consider in the differential diagnosis includes hamstring strain, medial and lateral collateral ligament injury, cartilage injury, other muscle/fibrous tissue pain, arthritis, bursitis, patellofemoral syndrome, joint sprain, referred pain from spine and stress fracture. That s all. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Chivas' Bornstein Out 6-8 Weeks With Knee Injury May 12, 2008
Bornstein, who has made 10 appearances for the U.S., suffered a Grade 2 sprain of the lateral collateral ligament in his left knee in training Thursday. An MRI revealed the extent of the injury, which will not require surgery. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Patriots' Mayo a working man May 2, 2008
In 2005, he had surgery to repair a torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee. In 2006, he started 11 of 12 games, finishing third on the team with 83 tackles, despite a balky left knee that required arthroscopic surgery. (Boston Globe)
Back tearing it up Mar 6, 2008
He had torn not one, but three of the four major ligaments in his left knee: The anterior cruciate ligament, the lateral collateral ligament, and the medial collateral ligament. He also ripped one of two menisci, the cartilage that cushions the knee joint. (Boston Globe)
Fighter gives local flavor to WEC Mar 2, 2008
Moore tore the lateral collateral ligament in his knee and will have what he described as a very common surgery to repair the damage. MMA consists of three main aspects: submissions, wrestling and kickboxing, and if Moore has a weakness, he said the injury has allowed him to concentrate on it. (Woodlands Villager, TX)
Rutgers' McCurdy lost for season with knee injury Feb 22, 2008
PISCATAWAY, N.J. -- Rutgers sophomore Myia McCurdy will miss the remainder of the 2007-08 season after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament, as well as injuries to the lateral collateral ligament and a tear of the lateral meniscus, in her right knee in Tuesday's 57-51 win over Notre Dame. "We're as thin as ever and it's a major blow for us,'' said Rutgers coach C. Vivian Stringer, who has just eight healthy scholarship players. "We're trying to lick our wounds and regroup and figure out... (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
NFL Briefs: Police arrest four in Taylor slaying, say intent was to rob Dec 1, 2007
VIKINGS: RB Adrian Peterson was listed as probable for the Minnesota's game against the Lions on Sunday after missing two games because of a torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee. EAGLES: QB Donovan McNabb is doubtful for the Eagles' game against Seattle on Sunday after missing practice again. (North County Times)
Favre won't miss a beat Dec 1, 2007
Running back Adrian Peterson is probable for the Vikings' game against the Lions tomorrow after he missed two games because of a torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee. Marvin Harrison likely will miss another game when the Colts host the Jaguars tomorrow. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Vikings’ Adrian Peterson expects to play on Sunday Nov 30, 2007
Right now I feel like I will be able to go out and play, said Peterson, who suffered a partially torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee Nov. 11 at Green Bay. I am just going to continue to take it one day at a time and see how it feels during practice and after practice and I will have to be able to make that decision this weekend. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Eagles coach Reid waits a bit on McNabb call Nov 27, 2007
Peterson tore the lateral collateral ligament in his right knee three weeks ago against Green Bay. He missed the last two victories over Oakland and the Giants, but he had an MRI yesterday that "shows excellent healing," coach Brad Childress said. (Boston Globe)
Redskins' Taylor shot in residence Nov 27, 2007
" Peterson could be back by Sunday MINNEAPOLIS - Minnesota Vikings rookie running back Adrian Peterson is on track to return to the field this week, just in time for a pivotal NFC North game against Detroit. Peterson tore the lateral collateral ligament in his right knee three weeks ago against Green Bay. He missed the last two victories over Oakland and the Giants, but the star rookie had an MRI exam Monday that "shows excellent healing," coach Brad Childress said. As long as everything goes as... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Vikings RB Peterson upgraded to questionable Nov 25, 2007
Peterson tore the lateral collateral ligament in his right knee two weeks ago against Green Bay, but coach Brad Childress said he thought the NFL's leading rusher was progressing ahead of schedule this week in practice. "He's getting there," Childress said. (ESPN -- Football News)
CFL boss sees NFL future in Toronto Nov 24, 2007
Peterson tore the lateral collateral ligament in his right knee two weeks ago against Green Bay. Bills rookie running back Marshawn Lynch will miss his second consecutive game because of a badly sprained left ankle. (Boston Globe)
Rookies making immediate impact in NFL with great seasons for some, dismal for others Nov 24, 2007
I wouldn t say surprised, said Peterson, who hopes to return soon from a partially torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee. With the mind-set I have and the guys I have up front, I know anything is possible. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
The Wednesday Inside Scoop Nov 22, 2007
Olson was allowed to speak to the media for the first time since he sustained a sprained lateral collateral ligament in his left knee in the Notre Dame game Oct. 6. Earlier, Dorrell said Olson could be the emergency quarterback against the Ducks. (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
NFL Notebook: Fear of paralysis convinces Chiefs RB Holmes to retire Nov 22, 2007
Meanwhile, rookie running back Adrian Peterson, recovering from a partially torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee, participated in light individual drills, but is unlikely to play Sunday against the New York Giants. Elsewhere. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Vikings' Peterson back at practice, still unlikely for Sunday Nov 22, 2007
After working out without pain in his injured right knee the past two days, Peterson took the next step in his recovery from a partially torn lateral collateral ligament. Coach Brad Childress said he considered Peterson upgraded from the long shot status he assigned the NFL s leading rusher earlier in the week regarding his readiness to play against the New York Giants. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Vikes: Peterson 'long shot' to play Sunday Nov 20, 2007
Peterson, who still leads the league by a wide margin with 1,081 yards rushing, was hurt in the third quarter of the Nov. 11 game against Green Bay on a tackle by Packers cornerback that caused his lateral collateral ligament to tear. The LCL is the least critical of the four knee ligaments. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Wounded Knee Nov 19, 2007
Media members from VU and other local Twin Cities media outlets have become quasi-medicos as diagrams and models of knees have been shown to isolate the lateral collateral ligament. While a 10-minute refresher course isnt going to get the job done, there have been conflicting opinions as to how severe the injury is and who is actually going to benefit if A.P. misses just one or two games. (VikingUpdate.com)
Nancy Gay On The NFL Nov 16, 2007
But when he left the field limping last week after tearing the lateral collateral ligament in his right knee in the second half of a 34-0 rout by the Packers, storm clouds that already hung over the Vikings' 3-6 season darkened even more. The debate: What exactly is the prognosis for Peterson, the only marketable player on an otherwise unwatchable Vikings team. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Vikings lose rookie Peterson Nov 13, 2007
"He spent a sleepless Sunday night at his home in Eden Prairie, with the worry getting so great that he found himself doing a self-examination of both knees to see if he could detect any differences, all in the hope of finding some comfort.After getting an MRI exam on Monday, Peterson should be sleeping much better now.The rookie sensation, who just a week earlier set the NFL single-game rushing record with 296 yards against San Diego, will miss at least one game with a torn lateral collateral... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Peterson out for one game Nov 13, 2007
"' After getting an MRI exam on Monday, Peterson should be sleeping much better now. The rookie sensation, who just a week earlier set the NFL single-game rushing record with 296 yards against San Diego, will miss at least one game with a torn lateral collateral ligament. But the injury is not deemed serious enough to require surgery or jeopardize Peterson's season. "I was very relieved. It could've been a lot worse," Peterson said. "I just thank God. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Thunderbirds intent on making most of remainder of season Oct 27, 2007
North Callaway will have to go forward without the services of senior quarterback Travis Thacher, whose career with the Thunderbirds is over after he tore the lateral collateral ligament in his knee against Osage. Junior David Heileman will start tonight after replacing Thacher who previously had undergone knee surgery last summer in the second quarter. (Fulton Sun, MO)
California at UCLA Preview Oct 21, 2007
Quarterback was knocked out of the game in the first quarter, and won't return for three or four weeks because of a partial tear of the lateral collateral ligament in his left knee. "We have to get our health back and get ready to play a great Cal football team," said UCLA coach , whose team has had two weeks to prepare. (UCLA Sports -- Rivals.com)
Men's soccer loses game, star Oct 15, 2007
He is scheduled to have an MRI today to determine the extent of the injury, but Penn State coach Barry Gorman said that team trainers believe Yeisley suffered a tear of his lateral collateral ligament (LCL) with a possibility of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) damage, as well. Yeisley battled knee and foot injuries over the last year, but entered the season fully recovered. (Daily Collegian, PA)
IOC to act on disqualifications for Jones Oct 10, 2007
UCLA quarterback Ben Olson will be sidelined 3-4 weeks with a partial tear of the lateral collateral ligament in his left knee. Kansas State discovered possible rules violations in its football program and is cooperating with the NCAA in an investigation. (Boston Globe)
UCLA's Olson sidelined 3-4 weeks with knee injury Oct 10, 2007
LOS ANGELES -- quarterback will be sidelined three to four weeks with a partial tear of the lateral collateral ligament in his left knee. The school announced that arthroscopic surgery on Olson's knee Tuesday showed he didn't have torn cartilage. (ESPN -- College Football News)
In Brief: Kaepernick takes over as Nevada quarterback Oct 10, 2007
UCLA quarterback Ben Olson had surgery and will be out three to four weeks with a partial tear of the lateral collateral ligament in his left knee. UCLA's next game is Oct. 20 against No. 2 Cal (5-0, 2-0) at the Rose Bowl. (Modesto Bee, CA)
UCLA: Cowan unsure about return Oct 10, 2007
Still, he is expected to miss three to four weeks because of a partially torn lateral collateral ligament. Beyond Cowan, Dorrell's fallback positions involve risk -- whether it's Bethel-Thompson, Rasshan or Forcier. (Los Angeles Times)
Cal-UCLA added to ABC schedule Oct 9, 2007
The school announced late Monday that Olson, injured in the first quarter of UCLA's 20-6 loss to Notre Dame on Saturday night, has a partial tear of the lateral collateral ligament in his knee. At USC, quarterback John David Booty sat out practice Monday, watching as Mark Sanchez played with the first unit. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
USC QB sits out practice, hopes to play Oct 9, 2007
"Olson to have surgeryUCLA quarterback Ben Olson will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee today to check for a possible cartilage tear.The school announced late Monday that Olson, injured in the first quarter of UCLA's 20-6 loss to Notre Dame last weekend, has a partial tear of the lateral collateral ligament in his knee.An estimate on how long Olson will be sidelined won't be known until after today's procedure, the school said.ASU finds way to stay unbeaten Arizona State looked very... (North County Times)
UCLA: QB Olson to have surgery Oct 9, 2007
Olson suffered a partial tear of the lateral collateral ligament in the knee in the first quarter of the Bruins' 20-6 loss to Notre Dame on Saturday. The surgery is termed as "precautionary" by UCLA officials and is being done to check for a possible tear in the lateral meniscus. (Los Angeles Times)
Monaco has line coming together Sep 28, 2007
Junior defensive end Larry Abare will miss the remainder of the season with a lateral collateral ligament injury in his left knee. Abare, who was injured in a 51-12 win over Cornell Saturday, was an honorable mention All-Ivy selection a year ago when he tied for the team lead with brother Bobby with 49 solo tackles. (New Haven Register, CT)
Mark Schlabach May 12, 2007
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Study uses MRI to determine features of osteoarthrosis May 5, 2007
Abnormalities in the ligaments found on the outside of the knee (lateral collateral ligament complex or LCLC) are commonly seen on MRI in patients with knee osteoarthrosis (OA), according to a study conducted by researchers from Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.. The study consisted of 96 patients (53 women, 43 men), 51 with knee osteoarthrosis, and 44 patients with knee pain following an injury and no history of knee... (EurekAlert!)
McKamey Announces End To Lobo Football Career Jan 13, 2007
McKamey was lost for the 2006 season three plays into the second game after suffering a torn left anterior cruciate ligament and lateral collateral ligament Sept. 9 at New Mexico State. He had surgery Sept. 18. (Golobos.com)
