Knee pain usually results from overuse of the knees, which are the most easily injured part of the body. The largest and most complicated joint, the knee is used for everything from standing up, sitting, to walking, running, etc. It’s a weight-bearing joint that straightens, bends, twists and rotates.

The knee relies on a number of structures including bones, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage.The knee functions to allow movement of the leg and is critical to normal walking.

Knee pain is the most common musculoskeletal complaint that brings people to their doctor. Knee is at the greatest risk of injury, age-related wear and tear, inflammatory arthritis, and septic (infection-related) arthritis.

If you’re suffering from knee pain, you’re not alone. Almost one in three Americans older than age 45 reports some type of knee pain, Knee pain usually results from overuse, poor form during physical activity, not warming up or cooling down  or inadequate stretching.

Simple causes of knee pain often clear up on their own with self care. Being overweight can put you at greater risk for knee problems. The knee is a “hinge” type joint that allows the leg to bend and straighten. Of all the joints in the body, the knee is at the greatest risk of injury, age-related wear and tear, inflammatory arthritis, and septic (infection-related) arthritis.