(CNN)  -- Golfers everywhere beware! The knee problems that left Tiger Woods on the sidelines and threaten his bid to overtake Jack Nicklaus as the all-time majors winner are not solely the preserve of star players. If you are a middle-age golfer with an expanding waistline you too could be placing great strain on vulnerable joints. It seems Woods' left knee gave out because of the "tremendous forces" he exerts during his swing, according to leading U.S. orthopedic specialist Dr. Nicholas A. DiNubile MD. He has treated many leading athletes during his career, including NBA star Allen Iverson and is the best-selling author of "FrameWork - Your 7 Step Program for Healthy Muscles, Bones & Joints."
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Leading U.S. orthopedic surgeon warns golfers about knee problems
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Dr.Nicholas DiNibule says the average golfer could do with losing weight to lessen pressure on knee
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Arthritis after a torn meniscus a very common problem he says
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DiNibule believes Tiger Woods has arthritis after his ACL tear in his left knee
The good news for the average hacker is that they are unlikely to suffer such a drastic injury as that suffered by 14-time major winner @placeholder.