Pain in the back of the knee while walking can have various causes, some more serious than others. Common causes include muscle or tendon strains, Baker's cysts, and osteoarthritis.

That means knee pain could arise from the knee itself or happen because of issues with your hip, ankle, or lower back. All of the sources of knee pain discussed below arise from the knee joint itself.

A non-drug therapy called Iovera is helping patients like Margo Williamson find months of knee pain relief without surgery through targeted cold therapy.

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

Whether it starts with a misstep on the stairs or a lingering ache after weekend yard work, knee pain is something many ...

“High-impact workouts, such as running or jumping, can be tough on your knees—especially if you don’t give your body time to rest,” warns Giuffrida. “Mixing in swimming, biking, or walking can help ...

He adds that the hamstring muscles (in the back of the thigh) also similarly strengthen the knee. And that stronger glutes, hip abductors and calf muscles can also play important roles in ...

Many modern gyms have turf and sleds. Sled work means low impact leg strengthening and cardiovascular training, all without ...

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