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Can your weight put pressure on your knee?
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Weight on knee: Yes, definitely. Multiply your weight by 3-5 times. That's how much weight goes across your knee with each step.
Answered 3/8/2013
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Yes: 1 pound of weight equals 4 -6 pounds of pressure on your knees when you walk or run. Heavier individuals have more frequent joint problems and have more frequent joint replacement surgery.
Answered 3/10/2013
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