What Causes Swelling And Pain On The Back Of The Knees?

Posted on Tue, 17 Mar 2015

Question: What is welling and tightness and some pain on the back of the knees. Shows up after long day or skiing.

Answered by Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Painful knees after prolonged skiing

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
Swelling,tightness & pain on the back of the knees after prolonged skiing may be due to
Posterior Cartilage/Meniscus Tear- can cause pain & swelling behind the knee.
Hamstring Injury: A tear in one of the hamstring muscles on the back of the thigh can cause pain and swelling on the back of knees.
Knee Sprain:Overstretching or tearing one of the ligaments in the knee can also cause pain & swelling behind the knee.
Ice,knee brace ,analgesic will help.

Regards

Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX

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