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A common complaint among patients is knee pain. An injury to the back of the knee can not only affect your ability to walk and perform your normal activities, but can also interfere with your sleep as well. Pain behind the knee can result from a knee injury, also referred to as posterior knee pain. Leg movement may be restricted as a result of swelling, or sharp pains may be felt at the back of the knee. Most frequently, the pain is felt at the back of the knee and extends downward, causing calf pain. In case of severe pain, you should not ignore it, and should consult pain physicians in Dallas at premier pain centers.

Causes Of Back Of Knee Pain

Knee pain location charts are always helpful in finding the cause and location of knee pain. Back of knee pain can be caused by a variety of factors which Dr Rao Ali can assist with. Causes of back of knee pain are as follow:

1-  Iliotibial Band Syndrome 

An IT band, which runs along the outside of the thigh, may become irritated and swollen when rubbing against the bone. You are more likely to develop this condition if you run or ride a bicycle for exercise. Going downhill or sitting for a prolonged period of time may aggravate the pain. Despite feeling better after warming up, if you do not rest the injury and allow it to heal, it may become more serious.

2-  Inflammatory Arthritis

In addition to pain and swelling, you may also experience fatigue, sickness, or fever. During the course of an autoimmune disease, the immune system, which is responsible for fighting germs, may attack the knees. For instance, rheumatoid arthritis affects both sides of the body in pairs. In addition to the joints and muscles of the body, lupus affects the internal organs and the entire body. In addition to painful joints and thick, discolored skin patches, psoriatic arthritis often causes thick, discolored patches of skin.

3-  Hamstring Injury

Torn or strained muscles in the back of the thigh can cause hamstring injuries. These muscles include: The semimembranosus The biceps femoris The semitendinosus An overstretched hamstring results in a strain. If the tendon is pulled too much, it may rupture completely, and it may take months for it to fully heal. Sports like tennis, basketball, and football, which involve fast and bursty movements, are more likely to cause injuries to the hamstrings.

4-  Baker’s Cyst

A Baker's cyst is an accumulation of fluid at the back of the knee that causes pain It may not be evident at first that you have a Baker's cyst, as small cysts do not usually cause pain. The cyst may, however, shift the surrounding muscles or press on tendons and nerves as it grows, resulting in pain.An individual may develop Baker's cysts as large as a table tennis ball. Baker's cysts often cause people to experience back pain in their knees. Depending on whether the cyst affects a nerve, this may result in a tingling sensation. Treatment for Baker's cysts at premier pain centers can alleviate the symptoms, but they should not be regarded as a serious health concern. 

5-  Anterior Cruciate ligament Injuries

ACLs are bands of tissue that run through the front of the knee joint, connecting the bones and maintaining stability of the joint. Sudden stops or sudden changes in direction are common causes of ACL strains. The symptoms of an ACL strain are similar to those of a meniscus tear in that they cause a popping sound followed by swelling and pain. An athlete who suffers a torn ACL is often sidelined for a prolonged period of time. Reconstructive surgery is usually required for torn ACLs.

6-  Tendinopathy

Several muscles at the back of the knee can be affected by tendinopathy, including the hamstrings, gastrocnemius, and popliteus tendons. A swollen tendon tissue characterizes this condition. Repetitive knee movements and regular strain on the joint can result in tendinopathy in the back of the knee. The knees and back may experience tendinopathy as a result of sprinting sports. An individual suffering from tendinopathy may experience pain, tenderness, and limited range of motion in the back of the knee.

7-  Chondromalacia

Chondromalacia patella is a chronic breakdown of the cartilage in the kneecap. Since there is no cushioning between the kneecap and the thigh bone, friction occurs when the knee joint is used. A misaligned kneecap can cause chondromalacia. A fracture or dislocation can also cause this condition. Patients with chondromalacia may have difficulty straightening their legs. Generally, knee pain occurs on the front or side of the knee. 

8-  Biceps Femoris Tendonitis

On the back of the thigh, the hamstrings are a group of three muscles that help you bend your knees. Injuries to the hamstrings caused by sports are most frequently caused by overstretching (straining or pulling). The healing process for a torn hamstring, however, can take several months.

9-  Meniscus Tear

Providing cushioning for the knee joint, the meniscus cartilage acts as a cushion. Menisci are located on both sides of the knee. Squatting or twisting your knee while playing sports may cause you to tear this cartilage. As cartilage ages, it becomes weaker and more prone to tearing during daily activities. A popping sound may be heard when it tears, but you will not be injured immediately. Your knees will feel sore, stiff, swollen, weak, and/or locked for the next few days.

Medical Professionals to Contact

Contact your pain doctor in Dallas, if your knees are not capable of bearing weight. In spite of not lifting weights, you experience severe pain. A buckle, click, or locking sensation occurs in your knee. Deformity or misshape of your knee. Your knee cannot be flexed or straightened. The knee is swollen, red or warm around the knee, or you have a fever. It is painful, swollen, numb, tingly, or bluish in color in the calf area below the sore knee. In spite of three days of treatment at home, the pain persists. 

Treatment Back Of Knee Pain

Arthritis cannot be completely cured, but its symptoms can be managed. Among these are: 

• Exercise with low Impact

Running and playing tennis place more stress on the knee joints than cycling and swimming.

• Physical Therapy

By using this method, legs can be made more flexible, strong, and have a greater range of motion.

• Pain Medication

The use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen, and corticosteroids can reduce the severity of pain and swelling.

• Maintaining a Moderate Weight

As well as maintaining a moderate weight, maintaining a healthy weight can reduce strain on the knee joint. Surgical intervention may be necessary if other treatment methods have not been successful. 

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