Pain behind the knee
Pain behind the knee is a common symptom and can be associated with a number of different underlying conditions.
In older people pain at the back of the knee may be a symptom of osteoarthritis or wear and tear. In athletes this symptom can indicate a cartilage tear or sometimes it might point to damage in the anterior or posterior cruciate ligament.
Bakers Cyst is another frequent cause of a pain behind the knee - the joint capsule fills up with fluid and the posterior area bulges out causing a visible and painful swelling.
If you develop pain at the back of your knee then seek help early and get some investigations and treatment sorted out as soon as you can.
In older people pain at the back of the knee may be a symptom of osteoarthritis or wear and tear. In athletes this symptom can indicate a cartilage tear or sometimes it might point to damage in the anterior or posterior cruciate ligament.
Bakers Cyst is another frequent cause of a pain behind the knee - the joint capsule fills up with fluid and the posterior area bulges out causing a visible and painful swelling.
If you develop pain at the back of your knee then seek help early and get some investigations and treatment sorted out as soon as you can.
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