In many cultures, it’s a common superstition for people to knock their knuckles on a piece of wood to bring themselves good fortune or ward off bad luck. … One common explanation traces the phenomenon to ancient pagan cultures such as the Celts, who believed that spirits and gods residedRead More →
Some rituals may reverse bad luck, finds new research from the National University of Singapore. … The research suggests that throwing salt, spitting, or knocking on wood can all do the trick, too. Sure, it sounds goofy, but there’s no harm in trying it. What is an example of knockRead More →
Genu valgum is more commonly referred to as knock-knees. When someone with genu valgum stands with their knees together, there is a sizeable gap between the ankles of about 2 to 3 inches. The knees will appear to push in towards each other. This condition is fairly common, affecting moreRead More →
Knock knees (and bow legs) are a normal part of a child’s growth and development. The classic pattern of changes at the knee with age in Caucasian children is bow legs at birth, straightening out at two years, going into knock knees at four years, and straightening out between sixRead More →
Knocking on wood is thought to come from the folklore of the ancient Indo-Europeans, or possibly people who predated them, who believed that trees were home to various spirits. Touching a tree would invoke the protection or blessing of the spirit within. Is the saying touch wood or knock onRead More →
First of all, being knock-kneed is not necessarily a bad thing. But it can predispose the body to knee pain with activities that require repeated knee flexion, such as running, cycling and stair climbing. When should I be worried about knock knees? We suggest seeing a doctor about your child’sRead More →
Should your vehicle’s engine run low on engine oil it could cause it to make a loud “ticking or tapping” noise. This noise is caused by an insufficient amount oil being pumped into the top part of the engine. What does engine sound like with low oil? When your engineRead More →