About this video
Last updated: 9 October 2026
The video says many people with a torn ligament such as the ACL or MCL can still walk, especially in a straight line. It says being mobile does not mean the knee is fine; the real concern is how stable and reliable it feels during movement.
Key points
- It lists clues: a sudden pop, swelling within the first few hours, and a knee that feels unstable, such as wobbling when twisting, turning or going downstairs.
- The video says ligaments keep the knee aligned and steady, especially in pivoting or quick direction changes.
- The video mentions physiotherapy, bracing or, if needed, surgical reconstruction as treatment options after a diagnosis.
- It says a physical examination and an MRI can give clarity on what is happening inside the joint.
Questions this video answers
Can you still walk with a torn knee ligament?
The video says many people with a torn ligament such as the ACL or MCL can still walk, especially in a straight line, and that being able to walk does not mean the injury is not serious. It says the real concern is how stable and reliable the knee feels during movement.
How is a knee ligament injury checked?
The video says that if a knee has buckled, feels loose or does not feel like usual after an injury, it is a good idea to get it checked. It says a physical examination and an MRI can give clarity on what is happening inside the joint.
