Can Biking Help Alleviate Runner’s Knee?
"Biking can be a valuable addition to a runner's training regimen as it provides a low-impact alternative that reduces the repetitive stress on the knees," states Dr. Sterett.
A Quick Summary of ACL Reconstruction Surgery Lingo
OK, you’ve gotten over the shock of tearing your ACL, concluded that you should have surgery, and now your surgeon wants your input on what he should use to replace your ACL. But it feels like he is speaking a different language. Lets go over some of the lingo.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Being Loose Jointed
“In fact, athletes in many sports that meet criteria for being loose jointed are more than four times more likely to tear their ACL than athletes that are not loose jointed,” states Dr. Sterett.
Why Cross Training is Important for Runners?
Dr. Sterett advises, "By diversifying training activities, runners can reduce the strain on specific muscle groups and joints, thereby minimizing the risk of overuse injuries.”
Is Knee Popping Bad?
Dr. Sterett explains, "Knee popping can arise from harmless, physiological mechanism. Common causes of knee popping encompasses a variety of factors. Soft tissue interactions, such as the movement of tendons, ligaments, or menisci can produce audible popping sensations.”
Can Knee Dislocation Cause Arthritis?
Dr. Sterett explains that, “Knee dislocations have the potential to cause arthritis, primarily due to the significant trauma and damage to the joint structures.” Knee dislocations occur when the bones of the knee joint are forced out of alignment, often as a result of high-impact accidents or sports injury.
Did I Tear My MCL?
If you've recently sustained a knee injury and are experiencing pain on the inner side of your knee joint, you may be wondering if you tore your medial collateral ligament (MCL).
4 Tips To Avoid Joint Pain in The Knees
Knee pain can slow you down. And when it starts forcing you to give up the activities you want to do, we know that knee pain is taking its toll