Knee Conditions
With every step, the knees absorb the weight of the entire upper body, putting a tremendous amount of pressure on them. This is why the following knee injuries and conditions are so frequent:
- Torn meniscus
- Torn ligaments, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
- Osteoarthritis in the knee
- Articular Cartilage damage
- Synovial tissue damage
- Bone and cartilage fragments
Types of Conditions
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