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Expert Care for Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury—Get Relief & Get Moving Again
If a Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury(PCL Injury) is limiting your life, our specialists at Elite Ortho are here to help you recover faster with personalized treatment and compassionate care.
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Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury(PCL Injury)
The posterior cruciate ligament is located in the back of the knee. Much like the ACL it connects the tibia (shinbone) and femur (thigh). The PCL prevents the tibia from moving backwards on the femur with motion.
Signs You May Have a Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury
Typical symptoms include pain, swelling, difficulty walking, and knee instability.
What Causes a Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury?
PCL injuries require a powerful force backwards force on the knee most commonly from impact on a bent knee hitting a dashboard or a fall on a bent knee.
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Don’t Wait—Get Relief from Knee Pain Today
Our orthopedic experts at Elite Ortho are here to help you regain comfort, strength, and confidence in your body. Whether you need a personalized recovery plan or advanced surgical care, we’ll guide you every step of the way—with compassion and skill.
Evaluation & Treatment
How We Diagnose Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury
IInitial evaluation includes a medical history, physical examination, and x-rays to rule out other injuries. Specialized examination maneuvers may be done to test the PCL further. An MRI may be considered with suspicion for a PCL injury.
Nonsurgical
Typical treatment is based on the extent of the injury. A majority of isolated PCL injuries will heal with bracing, rest, and physical therapy. Continued symptomatic injuries of the PCL or injuries of multiple structures may require surgical treatment.
Surgical
Surgical treatment is an arthroscopic outpatient surgical procedure. With surgical treatment full recovery takes up to 12 months.
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Why Choose Elite Ortho?
Board-Certified Surgeons
Nationally recognized, specialty-trained experts in orthopedic care.
20+ Years of Experience
Every doctor brings over a decade of hands-on success.
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Real stories from real patients across Maryland.
Advanced Orthopedic Technology
From nano arthroscopy to internal brace repair—we use the best tools available.
Full-Spectrum Orthopedic Services
Surgical and non-surgical treatment for bones, joints, injuries, and pain.
Ethical, Compassionate Care
We treat every patient like family, with honesty and empathy.
Our Specialists
Meet Our Orthopedic Specialists
Our practice is home to a team of expertly trained surgical and sports medicine specialists who are dedicated to providing high quality evidence-based medical care in a private practice setting with a personal touch. Our doctors have trained at some of the most prestigious academic medical centers in the nation.
We treat all musculoskeletal conditions including, but not limited to, injuries related to sports, accidents, or work, injuries involving shoulders, hands, wrists, elbows, knees, hips, ankles, concussion as well as arthritis, and back problems.
Dr. Andrew Siekanowicz
Chief of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
Dr. Ashok L. Gowda
Chief of Orthopedic Surgery and Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Evan Argintar
Chief of cartilage restoration, joint preservation, and minimally invasive arthroplasty
Yavonne Johnson, PA-C
Orthopedic Physician Assistant
Real Patients. Real Results.
5-star reviews
Carrie K.
Dr. Argintar is quick and efficient and attentive at the same time. I was brought in before my insurance paperwork was even done! He had clearly read (or had been briefed on) my file and I think I was in and out of there in less than 20 mins from the time I walked in the door. Highly recommend.
Hannah C.
Dr. Argintar, his assistant and the receptionists were incredibly friendly and on-time. I felt heard and listened to, and would highly recommend this office to anyone looking for a professional and personable doctor and team.
Adam A.
Dr. Argintar was quick and to the point. He was able to identify the injury and recommend what I need to do to begin the healing process. He listened to what I had to say and was able to get me out in a timely manner.
Natalie P.
Dr Argintar was very knowledgeable and helped me understand a bit more of what was causing pain. He was open to listening to me and gave great suggestions on what I should be doing to minimize pain. Will definitely see him again for my follow up.
Pamela W.
I was most impressed by Dr Argintar’s understanding and enthusiastic support of my goal of returning to active participation in my sport, though I am an over-50 athlete. Dr Argintar was prompt, direct and took the time to explain my injury and route to recovery. As his patient, I felt respected and informed.
Sean G.
Dr. Argintar was very personable, explained what was going in with my injury, talked me through treatment options, and proposed a treatment plan that worked with my schedule. Great, quick visit.
