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- Website: UpToDate - patient information
- Resource type: Article
Summary - The message of this resource is:
Of all the joints in the body, the knee is at the greatest risk of injury and arthritis. Treatment for pain includes ice, stretching, and strength exercises. Try to avoid activities that put strain on your knees.
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Keywords
patellofemoral , bursitis, tendinopathy, osteoarthritis, meniscus, osteoarthritis, ligament, muscle, joint, strain, sprain, tear
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Rated on: 2/1/2017 12:31:01 PM
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