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This causes a twisting on the tibia and changes its relationship to your kneecap. This can cause tracking problems as well. If your quadriceps or hamstring muscles are too tight, they also will affect the mechanics of the knee and lead to compensation patterns that cause pain.
If your knee tracks incorrectly, it is more prone to wear and tear which could lead to osteoarthritis. In addition, high impact and side-to-side movements place stress on your knee joints. Strong muscles around your knees prevent unwanted movement and may reduce your injury risk. Video of the Day