Crisis Intervention . A guide to assist Direct Support Professionals when responding to an emergency situation that places the individual or others at risk of physical harm . Outcomes: Direct Support Professional will understand what emergency physical intervention is and when it can be used.
What is Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injury? The posterior cruciate ligament, or PCL, is one of four ligaments important to the stability of the knee joint. The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, sits just in front of the PCL. The ACL is much better known, in part because injuries to the ACL are much more commonly diagnosed than injuries to the PCL.
The MCL is located on the inner side of the knee and the LCL is located on the outer side and these two ligaments work to control the side to side stability of the knee joint. When the MCL or LCL is injured, it can result in a sprain, partial tear or full tear, depending on the severity. What causes a MCL/LCL Sprain/Tear? MCL and LCL sprains and tears occur most often from direct impact to the side of the knee, often as a result of contact sports. MCL injuries occur from an impact to the outer side of the knee, while LCL injuries are more likely from a trauma to the inner side of the knee.