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22 articles Updated July 2026
Knees & ACL

Why Your Knee Swells After Exercise (And What It Might Mean)

A swollen knee after a workout is always a bit concerning – and with good reason. Unlike muscle soreness, which is a normal response to training...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 4 min read
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Knees & ACL

Knee Osteoarthritis and Exercise: What Biokinetics Can Do

A knee osteoarthritis diagnosis often feels like a full stop. The cartilage is worn down, you are told to take it easy, and the implication is...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 4 min read
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Knees & ACL

Knee Pain Going Down Stairs: What’s Causing It and What to Do

If your knees are fine going up stairs but hurt on the way down, you are not imagining it – and it is not random. Descending...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 4 min read
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Hips & Lower Limb

IT Band Syndrome: Why the Outside of Your Knee Hurts and How to Fix It

If you are a runner who has been stopped in your tracks by a sharp, burning pain on the outside of your knee – usually appearing...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 4 min read
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Biokinetics for ACL Rehab

Regaining Full Knee Extension After ACL Surgery: Why It’s Crucial

You’ve had ACL surgery and are progressing through rehab, but there’s one movement that seems stubborn: getting your knee fully straight. Maybe it feels tight, maybe...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 5 min read
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Biokinetics for ACL Rehab

Early Weight-Bearing After ACL Surgery: What’s Safe and What’s Not

You’ve just had ACL surgery. You’ve got crutches, maybe a brace, and a long list of instructions. But what about walking? How much is too much—and...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 5 min read
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Back & Spine

Why Every CrossFitter Should See a Biokineticist

Whether you are an experienced campaigner or just started CrossFit and chasing your first muscle-up or aiming for a heavier Clean & Jerk, movement matters.And when...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 5 min read
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Back & Spine

What’s the Difference Between Biokinetics and Physiotherapy After a Knee Injury?

Knee injuries can be frustrating, painful, and confusing to navigate—especially when you’re not sure which health professional to see. Should you visit a physiotherapist or a...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 4 min read
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Hips & Lower Limb

Can Weak Glutes Cause Knee Pain? Here’s What the Research Says

Knee pain is one of the most common issues seen in active individuals, from runners and gym-goers to weekend hikers and field sport athletes. While many...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 4 min read
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Knees & ACL

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Biokinetics Approach to “Runner’s Knee”

Anterior knee pain is one of the most common complaints among runners and active adults. If you’ve ever felt a dull ache around your kneecap—especially during...

By LANDRÉ COETSEE · 4 min read
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