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Knee pain affects millions of people worldwide

Knee pain affects millions of people worldwide, more often from a few suspect causes. Here we review the top causes to shed light on this common joint problem. 🦵🔍

1️⃣ Osteoarthritis:
This condition results from the gradual wear and tear of knee cartilage, leading to stiffness and discomfort…more common in older adults. If you notice your knees aching or creaking after prolonged activity or during colder weather, osteoarthritis might be the cause.

2️⃣ Ligament Injuries:
Injuries like ACL, MCL, and PCL sprains or tears bring about pain, swelling, and a sense of instability in the knee, common in sports with abrupt stops or directional shifts. Athletes, be careful and aware!

3️⃣ Meniscus Tears:
A sudden twist or the natural aging process can tear the meniscus, the knee’s cartilage cushion. Symptoms include pain (dull or sharp), swelling, or limited movement, signaling it’s time for a check-up.

4️⃣ Patellar Tendinitis:
Also known as “jumper’s knee,” this condition is inflammation of the tendon below the kneecap, causing pain and tenderness, particularly in athletes engaged in repetitive jumping.

5️⃣ Knee Bursitis:
The inflammation of a bursa, a small fluid-filled sac near the knee, leads to pain and swelling. It often results from repetitive movements or a direct impact or fall on the knee.

6️⃣ Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome:
This issue arises when the IT band, a ligament on the side of the thigh from the hip to the knee, becomes tight or inflamed. It’s marked by pain on the outer knee, most noted by runners, cyclists as well as people sitting prolonged for hours (i.e. our office chairs!).

Knowing about these causes can help you avoid them. Are your currently experiencing any of these? If so, it would be smart to get a knee ‘check up’ to ensure you’re able to get back on your feet.

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👉To see if you are a candidate for our proprietary 10-step Knee Renewal Protocol, which aims to alleviate knee pain and resolve underlying issues, call today (515) 227-7491 for a no-cost consultation, or learn more at: https://TheKneeSolution.org

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