Ten years ago I was shot in the right knee area with a .357 Magnum. As a result I lost the quadriceps muscle right above the knee and had multiple debriedment surgeries. The knee cap was shattered and put back together with screws. Despite all of this trauma I have been lucky to live a normal life as far as physical activities. My favorite pass time is long distance running. I have knee pain at times but i can handle it. However, my knee now makes grating noises whenever I bend it. I do not want to quit running but am fearful I am destroying my knee. Is there anything I can do to keep my knee at the same level while continuing to enjoy running?
I run outside.
