The knee is the largest joint in the body (and one of the most complex), meaning it’s also one of the most problem-prone. While knee strengthening exercises can help keep the joint in tip-top shape, ...

I was on the couch with my right leg on an ottoman when our black Lab rammed into the inside of my knee. The next day, it really hurt to extend or turn my knee. It felt better in a week, but I want to ...

There are certain activities and habits you should avoid if you want to maintain your knee health. Fly View Productions via Getty Images People often forget what a big role knees play in mobility and ...

a. Like deformity of your knee joint, changes in the shape and color of your knee can indicate serious problems. If you notice redness or swelling, touch the area to see if you feel any tenderness or ...

ANSWER: A bunion is an acquired malformation of the large toe at the metatarsophalyngeal joint, so the joint sticks out ...

Answer: There are many things we can try to treat knee arthritis before a knee replacement becomes necessary. Anti-inflammatory medications, such as Aleve and ibuprofen, are good over-the-counter ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your recent column about a person who had knee pain after a knee replacement. I am a retired orthopedic surgeon who performed on over 10,000 total joints of the hip, knee and ...