PCL Tear [What it is and Rehab techniques] . A posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injury are less common than ACL injuries because the PCL is much broader and much stronger. This tear is most common with sports such as skiing, soccer, and football. Here is a cool video by @theknee.expert showcasing the laxity/excessive motion present with a tear here. . The most frequent mechanism of PCL injury is a direct blow to the anterior aspect of the proximal tibia when the knee is flexed, resulting in pos