Knee Injury Care: ACL Support, Baker's Cysts and Swelling

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Swelling of the Knee After Exercise

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Erica Roth

The knee is a large joint that supports the weight of your body whenever you are standing, walking or performing almost any other kind of movement. Swelling in the knee can make getting around more difficult and may be painful.