The tough MCL ligament fibers that connect the end of the femur (thigh bone) and the top of the tibia (shin bone) can tear, ...

Objectives: Rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is a frequent injury of the hand. When untreated, this injury may lead to decreased pinch strength, pain, instability, and osteoarthritis.

Knuckles or metacarpophalangeal joints are ... during collapse of bubble and pulling force on the ligaments can cause damage to joint cartilage and subchondral bone in the long run.