Symptoms
Posterior knee pain
Pain behind the knee commonly refers from gastrocnemius, popliteus and the hamstrings.
Overview
Pain behind the knee commonly refers from gastrocnemius, popliteus and the hamstrings. Identifying which muscle reproduces the patient's familiar pain on palpation guides treatment and often produces meaningful change alongside standard care.
Clinical notes
Rule out Baker's cyst and DVT.
Red flags — when to refer
Calf swelling, redness, dyspnea — emergency DVT/PE workup.
Muscles often involved
References
- • Travell & Simons — Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction