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What Causes Popping Sound In Knee While Bending?
hello doctor, I am akash,from 8-9 years whenever i bend my knees it produces a pop sound and sometimes i also feel pain while climbing stairs,i consulted an orthopedic surgeon he said that it was a cartilage deformation .Can you tell me what is it and how can i improve this?
Fri, 21 Aug 2015
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Cartilage is present between the joints to reduce friction. In osteoarthritis , the cartilage may be eroded due to wear and tear and this causes pain.
There are also other conditions that may affect the cartilage.
I hope this helps
Cartilage is present between the joints to reduce friction. In osteoarthritis , the cartilage may be eroded due to wear and tear and this causes pain.
There are also other conditions that may affect the cartilage.
I hope this helps
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