The knee joint, criss-crossed by ligaments and serving as the shock absorber of the leg, is vulnerable to injury regardless of lifestyle. Highly active people can damage their knees through overtraining (“runner’s knee”) or acute injury (torn ACL), while a sedentary lifestyle can put extra pressure on the knee with improper movement, muscular imbalances, or additional weight.
These are some of the common lifestyle-related knee issues:
- Bursitis (inflammation)
- Ligament tears and sprains
- Meniscus tear
- Inflammation and tendon strains from overuse
The good news is that common knee issues can be effectively addressed with a small number of lifestyle modifications and exercises that strengthen and stabilize the muscles surrounding this delicate, load-bearing joint.
