Pain in the back of the knee has many potential causes, including Baker's cysts and muscle injuries. Learn more about causes, how to treat it, and outlook here.

Speak with a healthcare professional if the pain behind your knee worsens, doesn’t improve with at-home treatments, or affects your daily activities. If you experience symptoms of DVT, it’s ...

Sometimes a pinched nerve behind the knee—such as the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to your feet—can cause ...

An injury or arthritis most likely causes pain outside the knee. A doctor can determine the cause based on your other symptoms and the results of imaging tests. Pain on the outer (or lateral) part ...

A blood clot behind the knee is a type of venous thromboembolism or deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Symptoms include pain, swelling, warmth, and discoloration of the skin. Prompt treatment can lower ...

Common Causes of Knee Pain 1. Osteoarthritis: The 'Wear and Tear' Problem. After a long day of climbing stairs, carrying groceries, or standing on your feet, it’s common to feel stiffness and ...

Athletes with osteoarthritis may complain of pain with activity, night pain, swelling and limited knee motion. Stress ...

Here are some of the top reasons behind knee pain and what you can do to find lasting, natural relief that doesn’t involve medication, injections, procedures, or surgery: Carrie Jose 1.

Several possible causes could be behind this pain, including runner's knee, jumper's knee, the wrong shoes, or incorrect running form. You may experience knee pain, tenderness, swelling, or more ...

Knee braces and water-based exercise appear to be two of the most effective ways to ease the pain and stiffness caused by ...

Knee braces, hydrotherapy and exercise are some of the most effective ways to address arthritis-related knee pain and stiffness, a new study shows.