The knee joint is ofteninjuredin sports activities and athletics and these injuries can be quite severe.
The truth is, I can’t tell you exactly what that means.
The four major knee ligaments are the most commonly injured and subsequently repaired.
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Knee Dislocations
In the most severe injuries,knee dislocationscan occur.
Damage to the knee joint can lead to accelerated joint wear-and-tear and may require further treatment later in life.
That said, some people with severe knee trauma can fully recover and avoid problems later in life.
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