DS> It has been found that women are more prone to knee injuries than men and 
DS> they are most at risk during their ovulation period.  Seems like the 
emal
DS> hormones at that time increase risk of cartilage damage.  Most effective
DS> prevention is to strengthen leg muscles to take extra burden from the 
nee
DS> give it support. 
NOW you tell me (grin).  Last November I slipped and broke my left knee,
Dr. said it would be at least a year before it's healed completely, and 
he still doesn't guarantee I won't have to have surgery on it.
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