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Feeling pain or instability on the outer side of your knee after a sudden twist, impact, or awkward movement? You could be experiencing an LCL (lateral collateral ligament) tear—an injury that affects one of the primary stabilizing ligaments of the knee. At Theracave in Tamarac, we provide personalized physical therapy for LCL tears, focused on reducing pain, restoring strength, and helping you regain knee stability and confidence in your movement.

The LCL helps keep the knee steady during side-to-side motion and protects it from inward stress. When injured, it can lead to swelling, weakness, and difficulty performing everyday tasks or athletic activities. At Theracave, we start with a comprehensive evaluation to understand the severity of your injury and then design a customized rehab plan. With a combination of manual therapy, targeted strengthening, and balance training, we guide you through a safe and effective recovery process that supports long-term knee health and mobility.

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Causes:

Sudden twisting or awkward landing
Hyperextension injuries
Quick changes in direction or cutting motions
Falls or accidents involving knee trauma

Symptoms

Pain or tenderness on the outer side of the knee
Swelling around the outside of the knee joint
Stiffness or limited range of motion
Bruising along the outer knee

How Theracave Help Us?

Thorough Physical Evaluation
Custom Treatment Plan
Pain Management Strategies
Ongoing Support

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Q&A

An LCL tear is an injury to the lateral collateral ligament, which runs along the outer part of the knee. It helps stabilize the knee, especially during side-to-side movement. Tearing this ligament results in pain, swelling, and instability.

Not necessarily. Many mild to moderate LCL injuries can heal with physical therapy, bracing, and rest. Severe or complete tears—especially if combined with other injuries—may require surgical repair.

Recovery can take anywhere from 4–12 weeks for non-surgical cases. Post-surgical rehab may extend to 4–6 months, depending on the injury’s complexity and your activity level. Physical therapy plays a major role in every phase of healing.

Yes. With proper treatment and rehabilitation, most people can return to sports and high-level activities. Physical therapy ensures you regain full strength, balance, and knee control before returning to play.

What Customers Are Saying

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Marcia Chaves
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As a health care professional myself, I have experienced foot pain and discomfort due to long hours of standing and overall wear and tear throughout the years. TheraCave, under the guidance of Hesham Salam and Ayoub Ziani, has been instrumental in my recovery from plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis. Their personalized treatment plan, attention to detail, exercise routines, and unwavering encouragement during my sessions have made a substantial difference, particularly with the utilization of shockwave therapy and dry needling. I have observed significant improvements in both pain relief and mobility.
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Hype Team
August 30, 2026
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Absolutely incredible!!
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Fernando Rivero
August 30, 2026
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He-shan gave me a great neck adjustment and treated my impingement on my shoulder on the spot, he did very good work on my pec minor which was super tight.
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Bradley Peterson
August 30, 2026
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The physical therapist here really awesome here. He helped with my lower back stiffness immediately! Definitely should book and try him out
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Aldemar Jr L
August 30, 2026
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Had an incredible experience with this PT, can’t wait to come back for another session 🙏 my back hasn’t felt this good in months
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Alexander Rivera
August 27, 2026
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I've had a great experience with this physical therapy practice. The therapists are knowledgeable, attentive, and take the time to understand your goals before building a treatment plan. Every session feels personalized rather than rushed, and the staff is always encouraging and supportive along the way. The facility is clean, well-equipped, and has a welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to stay motivated. I've seen real progress since starting care here, and I always feel like I'm in good hands. I'd highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for a dedicated, skilled physical therapy team.
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Kelly Reyes
August 27, 2026
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TheraCave Physical Therapy has been a fantastic experience from start to finish. The therapists are knowledgeable, attentive, and take the time to really understand your goals before building a treatment plan. Every session felt personalized rather than rushed, and the staff was always encouraging and supportive along the way.
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Hayden Kasprowicz
August 22, 2026
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I had an amazing time with Mina and Azae. They were so helpful and made my experience super welcoming. 10/10 recommend🔥
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Leya Victoria
August 22, 2026
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Amazing. I feel so much better.
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August 16, 2026
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The physical therapy was the best, the best team there. They know what they are doing 👍
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How It Works?

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Advanced Diagnostics Evaluation

Based on your unique needs, we develop a tailored therapy program.​

Personalized Treatment Plan

Our professionals guide you through each session, focusing on effective rehabilitation.

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(954) 284-0716

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