Treatments. Lateral collateral ligament tears do not heal as well as medial collateral ligament tears do. Grade 3 lateral collateral ligament tears may require surgery. In some cases, all that is required is rest, wearing a brace, taking pain relievers such as ibuprofen and having physical therapy.
Research does suggest that the lying leg curl is better at activating the lower lateral and lower medial hamstrings compared to the semi-stiff leg deadlift, but this doesnât necessarily mean itâs a required movement.
Zottman curls are most effective in certain set and rep ranges. Do them for 3-4 sets of 8-10 reps per arm, as well as 2-3 sets of 20-30. Within your workout, Zottmans serve as an excellent movement early on to bring blood flow to your arms and warm up your elbow flexors.