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My knees hurt when i stand,walk or exercise. when i sit for long periods my heels hurt too.what could be the problem and how can i treat it? help
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Patellofemoral Pain: This sounds like pain due to the pressure of the Patella (Knee Cap) against the thigh bone. This can be improved with NSAIDs, but the definitive treatment might be PT to improve the strength of the feet, calves and hips to take some of the stress off the Patellofemoral Joint
Answered 1/15/2018
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