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Knee Injury

What Yoga Taught Me About The Present Moment

James Brown | Posted 05.10.2013 | Healthy Living
James Brown

By letting go of harmful desire, I got more of the physical depth that I'd wanted before, yet the shapes of the poses barely mattered now. What did matter was how good it felt to just be with what is and let go of what isn't.

On Knee Surgery, Mammograms, and Turning Into My Father

Davis Schneiderman | Posted 03.04.2013 | Healthy Living
Davis Schneiderman

So here I am, waiting for the arthroscopy that will cut away the torn meniscus of my other knee and advance me toward premature arthritis. I should have seen that beyond the end of the long jump sand pit, but I didn't. I am using this week of waiting to reflect upon my changed condition.

Olympic Differences in the Way Men and Women Move

Dr. Douglas Fields | Posted 10.05.2012 | Science
Dr. Douglas Fields

Such a fundamental movement, the one-leg squat is the foundation of running, jumping, balance, and lifting. Could this simple maneuver differ that much between men and women?

How To Prevent (And Relieve) Knee Wear And Tear

Deepak Chopra | Posted 10.15.2011 | Healthy Living
Deepak Chopra

It's no wonder that by the time you reach age 60, chances are good you will have developed osteoarthritis of the knee, a sometimes-painful condition caused by wear and tear to the knee joint.

Jay Cutler and the Heart of the Matter

Amy Turek | Posted 05.25.2011 | Sports
Amy Turek

There are several issues surrounding Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler right now. But the main one is this: Does a quarterback have a responsibility extending beyond his performance on the field?

Basketball Season Changed by ACL Tears

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011 | Sports
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

The Wizards' star Josh Howard and Purdue's forward Robbie Hummel tore their ACLs a few weeks ago on the court, ending their season and potentially changing the fate of their teams' title hopes.

Meniscal Tears -- A Common Cause of Knee Pain

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 11.17.2011 | Healthy Living
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

Meniscal tears in young athletes can either be repaired or trimmed, but determining which is best is a complex decision-making process.

Follow Up -- Innovative MRI Technique Helps Identify Mystery Knee Pain following Knee Replacement

Helene Pavlov, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011 | Healthy Living
Helene Pavlov, M.D.

Recently, a police officer underwent two surgeries including a partial knee replacement . When he walked he had severe pain and would hear a "popping noise." He also had trouble walking, even with a cane.

New Treatment Techniques for Athletes Suffering from Cartilage Injuries

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011 | Style
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

As the seven time All Star Tracy McGrady of the Houston Rockets checks out for season-ending microfracture surgery on his knee, new attention has been focused on cartilage injuries in athletes.