Can extraarticular ligaments like the MPFL and MCL actually heal on their own if they're partially torn or do they always need surgery to get back to normal I'm worried because I heard mixed things about blood flow in these ligaments affecting healing

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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Partial tears may heal with rest and physio; surgery is needed if instability or chronic pain persists.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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