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The knee is a complicated joint, more than just a hinge that allows your leg to bend and straighten. Ligaments, tendons and bones assist the joint with bending, twisting, and stabilizing weight and movement. One of the primary functions of the knee is to support the body by bearing its weight. When the knee joint
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Degenerative Joint Disease vs. Arthritis
When you’re dealing with pain in your spine or any other joint in your body, medical terminology doesn’t mean a whole lot to you. As far as you’re concerned, pain is pain no matter what it’s called. So when your doctor mentions degenerative joint disease as the cause of your discomfort, you might find yourself
Read MoreWhat is Water on the Knee?
Fluid is an important part of the knee’s design. Bending and rotation of the knee would be difficult without the natural fluid inside the joint. However, knee effusion, commonly known as water on the knee, is abnormal. It happens when excess fluid collects within the knee joint. There are various reasons that fluid builds up
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