Can heavy squats with proper technique cause knee damage in the long run, such as arthritis and wear and tear of the knee joint?

Hi there, The general rule of advice should be to ask your surgeon as, depending on the type of implant you have in the knee, there maybe certain restrictions on your activities. That said, as a general rule, it is probably best to avoid/limit high impact activities such as distance running or contact sports. for most people, non-impact sports, gym-based and light aerobic activities will be best. Swimming is an excellent way of keeping fit without over-stressing the knees, as is cycling and cross training.

It can be challenging and sometimes impossible even for doctors to be certain about appendicitis. The classical presentation of a central abdominal pain which move towards the right lower abdomen may not happen every time. In general, if you have a pain that is getting worse over time, you should see a doctor immediately. This is to allow your doctor to chart any progress and to decide when to order confirmatory scans and investigations.