By Linda Shelton
Photography By Mark Hanauer

Snap! Crackle! Pop! If these sounds emanate from your knees every time you bend or straighten, consider it a noisy reminder that taking care of them now could save you from years of pain and limited mobility in the future. If the connective tissues or muscles around your knees are weak or out of balance, even the smallest movement can cause an uneven pulling on the joint, rendering it unstable, unsupported, and prone to injury. The exercises shown here will help rebalance the muscles that support your knees, which should help reduce pain and improve everyday function.

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