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Are squats helpful for reducing knee injuries?
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May actually hurt: Squats apply an increased shear load across the knee joint and may actually exacerbate an otherwise mild injury. Speak with your physician or therapist/trainer to help best manage your specific injury.
Answered 2/17/2016
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Yes.: Short arc squats are very effective in building quad muscle strength, and should help reduce knee injuries.
Answered 5/8/2015
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