Women have a higher risk of knee injuries than men

The knee consists of the thigh bone, that is, a bottom end composed of two round knobs, sitting on the comparatively flat top end of the shin bone.

- Neha Ghosh

Unlike the more secure hip joint, which is a ball in a greatly cushioned pocket, the knee joint is much more exposed and much more susceptible to injuries. Since women have broader hips, the upper leg bone of the female enters the knee in a greater angle, which winds the knee. This makes women more susceptible to certain types of kneecap injuries, like chondromalacia, as well as issues with the anterior cruciate ligament - one of the key ligaments that help stabilize your knee joint. While knee injuries may result from accidents like falls, car accidents and athletic injuries or illnesses like arthritis, the majority of knee issues are caused from overstressing the knee while running, climbing or repetitive, high impact exercises.

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