A 31-year-old member asked:
How can you prevent tendonitis in the knee?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Ralph Salvagnoanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 40 years experience
Stretching: One of the best ways to prevent injury is to stretch prior to activity. A short warmup period before strenuous activity can also help. Avoid un-level surfaces and wear shoes that are not too worn out.
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Dr. Frederick Buechel, Jr. MDanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 21 years experience
Stretch: Stretch regularly. I've after activity. Keep muscles strong.
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Dr. Bruce Rothschildanswered
Rheumatology 49 years experience
Conditioning: Conditioning and warming up prior to activities works for most people.
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