In 1997 more than six million people a year sought medical care for knee pain according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. Can you imagine how the number of people seeking medical help for knee pain and injuries has increased over time? The knee is the most treated site on the body and treatments range from changes in lifestyle to total knee replacement.

The knee joint, the largest joint in the human body, joins the thigh with the leg. It is a very complicated hinge-like joint that supports nearly the whole weight of the body and is most susceptible to injury and the development of osteoarthritis.

Armed with more knowledge about the knee, you can relieve and prevent the pain that may be destined for your knees or the knees of someone you care about. The frequency and types of injuries are ide