Stay off the court: For overweight people with arthritic knees, racket sports like tennis and racquetball may accelerate degeneration of the joints, a new study finds.
Exercise can benefit overweight people, but the wrong type might damage knees and lead to the need for knee replacement surgery, the researchers said.
Fast-paced and high shear load physical activities, such as racket sports, are more harmful for overall knee joint health
Source: HealthDay