An occasional injury is just part of the game when you’re playing sports. After all, injuries happen, especially when running, jumping, or colliding. But did you know that repetitive motions involved in the game can also injure you?
Dr. David Lintner was recently interviewed on Sports Radio 610 about sore knees, especially among “weekend warriors.”
Knee pain can be related to age, inflammation along growth plates, stress fractures, or even weight issues.
Listen to the audio from the interview below…
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