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What causes my knees to make clicking noises?

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Dr. Bertrand Kaper answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

Different causes: Clicking of the knees can be caused by a number of problems, including patellar chondromalacia, torn meniscal cartilage, arthritis or a loose body in the knee. If there is pain associated with the clicking, an orthopaedic consult may be necessary to assist in evaluation and treatment.

Answered 12/10/2013

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