Grade II ligament injury typically recovers in which time frame?

• A. 2 to 4 weeks
• B. 8 to 12 weeks
• C. 3 to 6 weeks
• D. 1 to 2 weeks

Answer: (C)

When a ligament injury is graded II, it means a partial tear with some disruption of fibers and moderate joint laxity. This level of damage needs more healing time than a mild sprain but isn’t as extensive as a complete tear, so the recovery stretches into weeks rather than days. The tissue must undergo the inflammatory phase, followed by repair and remodeling, which typically allows return to function in about three to six weeks. The shorter window (two to four weeks) fits milder injuries, and the longer window (eight to twelve weeks) aligns with more severe tears or longer rehab.