The vastus medialis and the gracilis are key muscles for proper leg alignment and knee stability. The vastus medialis, part of the quadriceps, keeps the kneecap tracking correctly, while the gracilis, an inner thigh muscle, supports hip adduction and medial knee stability. When these muscles are weak, the knee may collapse inward (valgus), leading to postural issues such as knock knees, flat feet, or pelvic imbalance. This misalignment often causes pain in the front or inside of the knee, especi
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The vastus medialis and the gracilis are key muscles for proper leg alignment and knee stability. The vastus medialis, part of the quadriceps, keeps the kneecap tracking correctly, while the gracilis, an inner thigh muscle, supports hip adduction and medial knee stability. When these muscles are weak, the knee may collapse inward (valgus), leading to postural issues such as knock knees, flat feet, or pelvic imbalance. This misalignment often causes pain in the front or inside of the knee, especi
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