06/05/2026
Ever winced your way down a flight of stairs? 😬
You're not alone — and you're definitely not imagining it.
Going downstairs actually puts 3 to 4 times your body weight through your kneecap. No wonder it hurts more on the way down than the way up.
In this week's Everyday Pain Explained, I'm breaking down:
✅ Why stairs hurt your knees (the science)
✅ The 3 most common causes
✅ Red flags you should never ignore
✅ Simple things that actually help
💾 Save this post — your knees will thank you later.
And if your stair pain has been going on for more than 2 to 3 weeks, it's worth getting it properly checked out.
Drop a 🙋 in the comments if this sounds like you!
