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Knee problems tend to flare up as you age – an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options

  • Written by Angie Brown, Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy, Quinnipiac University
imageKnee problems can hinder mobility and erode your quality of life.Witthaya Prasongsin/Moment via Getty Images

Knee injuries are common in athletes, accounting for 41% of all athletic injuries. But knee injuries aren’t limited to competitive athletes. In our everyday lives, an accident or a quick movement in the wrong direction can injure the...

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