Knee hyperextension occurs when the knee joint bends backward beyond its normal range of motion. Depending on the severity, this injury can cause damage to the ligaments or tendons that support ...

Hyperflexion of the knee without a direct blow to the tibia can also cause isolated PCL injury. Forced hyperextension can injure the PCL, but this is usually combined with injury to the ACL.

Wing Gradey Dick has suffered a hyperextended right knee, resulting in bone bruises, and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, the team announced Tuesday. It's worth noting that the Raptors ...