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Knowledge center. The knee is a complex structure and one of the most stressed joints in the body. It is the largest joint, vital for movement, and vulnerable to injury. The knee is the most commonly injured joint by adolescent athletes with an estimated 2.5 million sports-related injuries annually. Many knee injuries can be successfully treated with simple measures, such as bracing and strengthening exercises. Other injuries may require surgery to correct.
Knee pain is a common affliction that can affect people of any age ranging from children to older adults. Young adults who have an athletic lifestyle and women in their middle ages are also more susceptible to developing frequent knee pain. In terms of location, knee pain can vary greatly from one person to the next.