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Chronic pain and stiffness in the knee are common symptoms in people who have advanced knee arthritis. Even the simplest things can become difficult, such as walking around the house or climbing a few stairs. The good news is that the damaged parts of your knee can be removed and replaced with prosthetic materials. Once…
In an ideal world, running would never give you injuries – after all, it is one of the healthiest things you can do, right? However, running puts a lot of pressure on your joints. While healthy joints can take a hit and recover quickly if you have a health condition that affects the musculoskeletal system,…
There are many possible causes of knee pain in people with active lifestyles. Most people assume the cause of their pain is a sprain, strain, or fracture. One condition they don’t consider is plica syndrome. The plica is fibrous tissue, specifically a fold, located in the lining of the knee joint that functions as an…
There are many instances when knee surgery is necessary. One example of a knee surgery that is very common is a knee arthroscopy. This procedure is used to diagnose and treat a variety of problems in the knee joint. Examples include: a torn anterior or posterior ligament, torn meniscus, out of position patella, torn cartilage,…
The knee is one of the few joints in the body that allows for a wide range of motion. To perform these movements, the knees utilize a complex system of bones, tendons, muscles, ligaments, and cartilage. And because force and impact are placed on the knee every time we take a step, this system is…
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