
Combined Ligament Injury (Blown Knee)
The knee has four ligaments that work together in concert. They act like strong ropes to hold the bones together and keep the knee stable
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The knee has four ligaments that work together in concert. They act like strong ropes to hold the bones together and keep the knee stable

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