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Hip Weakness May Contribute to Knee Pain

Hip Weakness May Contribute to Knee Pain

Source: Verywell Health

If you have knee pain or other knee problems, your physical therapist may pay close attention to your hips and the strength of your hip muscles. Why? Because your hip muscles, like the gluteus medius, control the position of your knees when you are walking, running, or jumping.

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