Knee Kindred guide
Knee Discomfort on Stairs: What to Consider
Going up and down stairs asks the knee and surrounding muscles to manage meaningful load. Discomfort can have multiple causes, so persistent or severe symptoms should not be self-diagnosed.
Stairs increase demand
Going up and down stairs asks the knee and surrounding muscles to manage meaningful load. Discomfort can have multiple causes, so persistent or severe symptoms should not be self-diagnosed.
Use symptoms as information, not a diagnosis
Knee symptoms vary widely. If you have an injury, major swelling, locking/giving way, inability to bear weight, fever with a hot/red knee, or symptoms that are not improving, seek appropriate medical advice.
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