symptoms of torn ligament in knee
The symptoms for any kind of ligament injury will be similar, regardless on the extent of damage. Usually, there is a snapping, popping or a cracking sound during the injury, when there is a torn ligament. The usual symptoms include swelling, bruising accompanied with severe pain and pressure on the joint. There is also instabilityâa feeling that the knee is locking or is about to break down.
Symptoms can include: 1  A popping sound (or a popping or snapping feeling) at the time of injury can sometimes be heard (or felt) if a ligament is completely torn. 2  Swelling of your knee. 3  Pain in your knee.  Tenderness around your knee on 1  touching. Not being able to use or move your knee normally.