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What Causes Swelling And Pain On The Back Of The Knees?
Question: What is welling and tightness and some pain on the back of the knees. Shows up after long day or skiing.
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
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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