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A member asked:
Can you tell me are knees that naturally hyperextend more prone to injury (acl tears, mensical tears, patellar dislocations)?
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Yes: Knee hyper extension is usually due contractures of the hamstring muscles, the calf muscles, or both. When these muscle groups are tight the knee hyperextends and the ankle doesn't dorsiflex enough. These two mechanical issues put a person at greater risk of both knee and ankle injuries.
Answered 3/30/2014
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