What is the name for the sign when a patient describes anterior knee pain after prolonged sitting? This is called the movie theater sign and is classic of patellofemoral pain syndrome.
Does a grade 3 MCL tear require surgical or non-surgical management? If the MCL is the only injury the patient has sustained, these are usually treated non-operatively. If the patient has other injuries such as, other involved ligaments, avulsions, or entrapment of ligaments, then surgery may be indicated.